Industry responds to Government suggestion of voluntary food price cap
According to reports, Government has asked UK supermarkets to consider freezing food prices to combat inflation as the Middle East conflict persists.
Food sales growth helps M&S recovery after cyber-attack
M&S has released its preliminary results for the 52 weeks ended 28th March 2026, showing “resilient performance” despite the “significant operational impact” from the cyber-attack.
HGV drivers supplying Morrisons to ballot for strike
Unite the Union has claimed that possible strike action by workers at logistics company Eddie Stobart could impact deliveries to Morrisons stores in the north of England.
Retailers call for policy costs to be addressed by Government
The British Retail Consortium has urged Government to act on domestic policy costs, as it found that 80% of people fear the Middle East conflict will push up food prices.
Sainsbury’s achieves sales of £25.9bn
UK supermarket Sainsbury’s has posted its results for the 52 weeks ended 28th February 2026, reporting a 4.9% increase in sales on the year.
Aldi to invest £1.1bn in British egg production
Aldi has committed to an investment of £1.1 billion into British egg production over five years, with the intention to “support supplier stability and growth”.
