Cadbury loses royal warrant after 170 years

Chocolate maker Cadbury has been removed from the Royal Warrant list for the first time in 170 years.

The Birmingham-based chocolate manufacturer was granted its first royal warrant as chocolate and cocoa manufacturers by Queen Victoria in 1854, but lost its royal support under King Charles.

the king has royal warrants granted The 386 companies that previously held a warrant from Queen Elizabeth II included John Lewis, Heinz and Nestlé.

Companies holding a Royal Warrant of Appointment, granted for up to five years, are recognized for providing goods or services to the monarchy.

King’s list of warrant holders includes a number of companies selling food and drinks, such as Moët & Chandon, Weetabix and chocolate makers Bendix and Prestat Ltd.

warrant holder They are allowed to use the royal’s coat of arms as part of packaging, advertising or on the stationery to which they are associated.