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Ramsey Bakery founder dies

Picture courtesy of Jock Waddington

Company founded in 1972

The founder of Ramsey Bakery, Jim Duncan, has died.

He passed away on Thursday night.

Mr Duncan established the company in the town in 1972, which is still wholly owned by the family.

Ramsey Bakery enjoyed significant expansion during the 1980s, and employs more than 80 staff.

It is also a key supporter of the Laxey Glen Flour Mill.

MHK for Ramsey Dr Alex Allinson paid tribute to a local luminary and personal friend.

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