Food industry responds to Autumn Budget
The Autumn Budget has been delivered by the Chancellor, with Rachel Reeves committing to “more than doubling” headroom from £9.9 billion to £21.7 billion.
The Autumn Budget has been delivered by the Chancellor, with Rachel Reeves committing to “more than doubling” headroom from £9.9 billion to £21.7 billion.
Environment Secretary Emma Reynolds has set out further steps from the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, which will reportedly “drive down food costs”.
The British Frozen Food Federation has urged Government to consider the “unintended impact of recent political and fiscal changes” on UK food producers.
The Food and Drink Federation has called for Government to restore business confidence by “ensuring no further burdens” are added in the upcoming Budget.
The number of visas allocated for the 2026 SWS has been announced following a meeting between NFU president Tom Bradshaw and Farming Minister Dame Angela Eagle.
Defra has announced that British food producers will benefit from export opportunities estimated to be worth nearly £100 million.