Industry welcomes Brexit agreement
Trade organisations across the food industry welcomed the historic Brexit agreement which was finally reached between the UK and the European Union (EU).
Historic trade deal agreed between UK and EU
After protracted negotiations, an historic post-Brexit trade deal has been agreed between the EU and the UK. The Government announced today on Christmas Eve that a deal had been reached, although it still has to be fully ratified by EU member states and in the UK...
New farming roadmap outlined for Wales
A series of proposals aimed at creating a sustainable future for farming and agriculture have been announced by Welsh rural affairs minister, Lesley Griffiths. The proposals aim to maintain high food safety, animal welfare and environmental standards and will look to...
Retailers and food manufacturers demand inquiry into port disruption
The British Retail Consortium (BRC) and the Food and Drink Federation (FDF) have requested an urgent inquiry into the ongoing disruption at UK ports affecting the shipping market. The two organisations have written a joint letter addressed to Lilian Greenwood MP,...
No-deal could risk consumers being priced out from UK produce
The UK food industry needs to work closely with supermarkets and retailers in order to ensure British goods remain affordable as the country faces the prospect of a no-deal Brexit, according to food safety certification provider Lloyd’s Register. Earlier this month,...
