Airdrie business Christie the Baker will represent Lanarkshire at National Bakery Awards in London

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Upper crust Airdrie business Christie the Baker will represent Lanarkshire at this year’s National Bakery Awards in London.The 80-year-old traditional high street baker, which has shops in Airdrie and Coatbridge, is best known for its scotch pies, plain bread, morning rolls and cream rings.“We are pleased to have made it through to the national finals, especially as it’s not a competition that we entered by ourselves - it comes from the industry who look at the overall business,” said Andrew Chisholm, owner and managing director of Christie the Baker.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android “We are a community-focused business and appreciate the support we receive from our loyal customers.“Our ingredients are locally sourced, and I believe this award recognises our commitment to providing high-quality fresh produce.

We make four daily deliveries to each shop to ensure the produce is as fresh as possible.“I’d like to thank all our staff for their important role in what we have achieved together.”Andrew Chisholm took over the running of the business, which now employs around 70 people, from its previous owner, John Christie, in 2012.Provost Kenneth Duffy visited Christie the Baker at their food processing unit in Airdrie to congratulate Andrew and his wife Carolyn on their success.The Provost said: