Jul 23, 2020 | Coronavirus, News
The British out-of-home foodservice market is showing encouraging signs of recovery with the weekly spend to the end of July 12th back to 50% of the levels seen before lockdown, according to global information company The NPD Group. The level of recovery represents an...
Jul 22, 2020 | Baking, Coronavirus, News
Food Innovation Wales has offered vital support to Welsh food manufacturer Lewis Pies during the Covid-19 outbreak to help them continue to supply their products to retailers. Valid certification from third-party food safety organisations such as the Brand Reputation...
Jul 21, 2020 | Coronavirus, News
Support for British food and farming has reached a record high as a result of farmers’ efforts to keep the nation fed throughout the coronavirus pandemic, according to a recent survey by OnePoll. The Farmer Favourability Survey revealed that 75% of people voiced a...
Jul 21, 2020 | Coronavirus, News
According to the latest data from Kantar, take-home grocery sales rose by 16.9% during the 12 weeks to 12th July 2020, the fastest growth rate since records began in 1994. Total sales reached a record £31.6 billion, reflecting three months of increased grocery...
Jul 17, 2020 | Coronavirus, News
A new UK global tariff which is set to replace the current EU Common External Tariff could provide a much-needed boost to the UK hospitality sector, according to the latest market insight from Regency Group. The new tariff, which will come into effect from 1st January...
Jul 16, 2020 | Coronavirus, News
KFC, Pret A Manger and McDonald’s are among some of the fast-food chains that will offer customers discounts on menu items as part of the Chancellor Rishi Sunak’s ‘Eat Out to Help Out’ scheme. The scheme, which slashed VAT for the foodservice and hospitality industry...