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HFSS restrictions come into force
Legislation restricting multibuy promotions on foods high in fat, sugar and salt has come into force, with restrictions applying to large retailers and online shops.

Walker’s Shortbread sales up 9% despite inflation challenges
Walker’s Shortbread Ltd has announced its full year financial results for 2024, as the business achieved sales of over £200 million.

Quorn revenue down as meat free category sees “continued decline”
Marlow Foods Limited, the parent company of alternative protein company Quorn, has published its annual report for the year ended 31st December 2024.

Food inflation steady but labour costs push up input prices
According to the British Retail Consortium, food inflation remained unchanged on the year as prices were driven up by non-food inflation.

IGD report finds potential to unlock £5bn investment in UK food system
The Institute of Grocery Distribution has published its latest Viewpoint Special Report, urging the UK to drive economic growth.

Sysco GB acquires catering butcher Fairfax Meadow
UK foodservice wholesaler Sysco GB has acquired wholesale catering butcher Fairfax Meadow from Hilton Foods.

US trade has “significant impact” on 2025 trade outlook
According to the latest Trade Snapshot from the Food and Drink Federation, food export volumes were up 7.2% in the first half of 2025.
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