Food industry reacts to UK/New Zealand trade deal
The National Farmers’ Union (NFU) and NFU Scotland have vocalised their concern about the new trade agreement between the UK and New Zealand.
FDF warns of concern over rising food prices
Speaking in front of the Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy Committee, Ian Wright, chief executive of the Food and Drink Federation, said that rising costs across the supply chain must be addressed.
Morrisons’ shareholders approve £7 billion takeover
The multi-billion-pound offer made by Clayton Dubilier & Rice (CD&R) has been passed by the supermarket’s shareholders following months of negotiations.
Tesco opens new checkout-free store
The supermarket chain has unveiled its first store in central London where customers can shop and pay without scanning a product or using a checkout.
Asda aims to recruit 15,000 temporary Christmas workers
The recruitment drive is designed to fulfil a variety of roles, including 500 posts in Asda’s depots and 1,500 home delivery driver positions.
