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Discover the latest news updates from A.F. Blakemore and SPAR.
SPAR celebrates the positive impact of SPARk a Conversation campaign
Following on from the summer "SPARk a Conversation" campaign, A F Blakemore is proud to announce the significant local impact the campaign has had on communities across the UK. Fronted by Olympic legend Colin Jackson, the initiative which ran in the summer, saw SPAR stores engage directly with customers, raising vital funds and fostering crucial conversations around wellbeing for four prominent mental health charities.
Strategic supply chain shift: M&S Food appoints Blakemore Food Solutions as primary wholesale partner
Today, M&S Food is announcing another step forward in its Reshape for Growth strategy by appointing A.F. Blakemore & Son Ltd, one of the UK’s largest family-owned businesses, as its new primary wholesale partner for third party branded products.
AF Blakemore appoints CJ Antal Smith as new Chief Commercial Officer
AF Blakemore & Son Ltd has announced the appointment of CJ Antal Smith as its new Chief Commercial Officer, effective 8 September 2025.
SPAR supports over 65 local causes through 2025 Community Cashback campaign
SPAR’s annual Community Cashback campaign has once again provided direct funding to grassroots organisations across the UK, with more than 65 charities and local groups sharing a £100,000 grant fund.
84% of Men Would Rather SPARk Up the BBQ Than Talk About Their Mental Health, New SPAR Research Finds
SPAR launches ‘SPARk Up the Conversation’ campaign with Colin Jackson CBE to drive community connection through summer food moments.