Morrisons accepts raised bid from Fortress ahead of rival buyer’s deadline
The supermarket chain’s board has agreed to back a new takeover deal that values Morrisons’ equity at £6.7 billion, an increase on Fortress’s original £6.3 billion offer.
Pay rise for Waitrose LGV drivers
The John Lewis Partnership, who own and operate Waitrose, has announced plans to increase annual salaries for LGV drivers by up to £5,000 a year.
UKEP back Laid in Britain initiative
The United Kingdom Egg Producers Association (UKEP) have announced they are supporting a campaign to encourage the purchase of mixed weight and medium eggs, over large and extra-large sizes.
Latest figures see chilled fish and meat-free value sales rise
Kantar’s latest report shows rises in value sales, additional shoppers and existing shoppers’ trips for fish over the last 12 weeks, compared to the same time last year.
Shoppers will ditch food brands over poor eco-credentials, survey finds
A survey of 2,000 UK adults has found that sustainability concerns are a priority for consumers when it comes to the weekly grocery shop.
Food supply chain workers exempt from isolation rules
Food manufacturing and supermarket depot workers contacted by NHS Test and Trace will be able to continue working if they test negative daily, whether or not they are vaccinated.
