Bakery chain Greggs' success in fighting off the unpopular pasty tax has failed to rub off on its sales figures.
Despite its profile being boosted by a 300,000-strong petition against plans to charge 20% VAT on its hot pasties and sausage rolls, the group's underlying sales were down 3.5% in the second quarter of 2012. The group has 1,600 shops in the UK.