M&S invests £2.1bn in British red meat
British lamb and beef will see a £2.1 billion investment as M&S Food confirms ten-year contracts with red meat suppliers ABP and Dunbia.
UK plant-based market “showing stagnation” – Circana report
Market research company Circana has detailed how the plant-based food industry still has “significant headroom for growth” despite being “firmly established” in Europe.
FDF Scotland calls for cross-party action to strengthen food sector
According to the Food and Drink Federation Scotland, food manufacturers are under “sustained pressure” from rising costs across energy, packing, ingredients and National Insurance contributions.
Co-op Group proposes merger with Southern Co-op
The boards of the Co-op Group and Southern Co-op have announced proposals to combine and create a larger co-operative society.
Defra to assume responsibility for Groceries Code Adjudicator
Responsibility for the Groceries Code Adjudicator will transfer from the Department for Business and Trade to Defra from 1st July 2026.
Discounter to open new stores as part of investment plan
Discounter Lidl has announced it will open more than 50 new stores in the next 12 months as part of a £600 million investment in its British infrastructure.