Public backing of British farmers grows to record high

Public backing of British farmers grows to record high

Support for British food and farming has reached a record high as a result of farmers’ efforts to keep the nation fed throughout the coronavirus pandemic, according to a recent survey by OnePoll. The Farmer Favourability Survey revealed that 75% of people voiced a...

Grocery sales see fastest growth for over 25 years during lockdown

Grocery sales see fastest growth for over 25 years during lockdown

According to the latest data from Kantar, take-home grocery sales rose by 16.9% during the 12 weeks to 12th July 2020, the fastest growth rate since records began in 1994. Total sales reached a record £31.6 billion, reflecting three months of increased grocery...

Industry outlines plans for Covid-19 recovery

Industry outlines plans for Covid-19 recovery

A ‘Covid-19 Recovery Plan’ has been launched by the Food and Drink Sector Council (FDSC) which outlines six key areas that will be central to restarting all sectors of the food industry, protecting food industry employees and serving the changing needs of the public....

New UK Global Tariff could provide lifeline to hospitality businesses

New UK Global Tariff could provide lifeline to hospitality businesses

A new UK global tariff which is set to replace the current EU Common External Tariff could provide a much-needed boost to the UK hospitality sector, according to the latest market insight from Regency Group. The new tariff, which will come into effect from 1st January...