It is the first time in 170 years that Cadbury’s has not received a royal warrant. The late Queen’s favorite chocolate brand was one of 100 businesses.
That were left off of a list of those that received the internationally renowned seal of excellence last week.
Following royal procedure, Cadbury’s and the other failed businesses received a letter informing them of the decision, but they were not provided with an explanation.
Since US parent firm Mondelez is still doing business under Vladimir Putin’s rule, Ukrainian activists wrote to the King in June urging him to rescind Cadbury’s award.
When issuing a warrant, which is given to businesses that regularly supply the Royal household with goods or services, a variety of considerations are taken into account.
It is known that Cadbury’s supply has decreased recently, especially after Queen Elizabeth II passed away. Queen Elizabeth II used to get boxes of her beloved Bournville every Christmas.
