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Free-from brand Kirsty’s invests £2m into new factory

Jul 23, 2020

Kirsty’s, the Yorkshire based ‘free-from’ food brand, has invested £2million in a new factory that aims to help the brand achieve its target of doubling the size of the business within three years. The new factory, located in Harrogate, will give Kirsty’s the...

British foodservice industry shows early signs of recovery

Jul 23, 2020

The British out-of-home foodservice market is showing encouraging signs of recovery with the weekly spend to the end of July 12th back to 50% of the levels seen before lockdown, according to global information company The NPD Group. The level of recovery represents an...

Food Innovation Wales helps Lewis Pies stay third-party certified during pandemic

Jul 22, 2020

Food Innovation Wales has offered vital support to Welsh food manufacturer Lewis Pies during the Covid-19 outbreak to help them continue to supply their products to retailers. Valid certification from third-party food safety organisations such as the Brand Reputation...

Public backing of British farmers grows to record high

Jul 21, 2020

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

Jul 21, 2020

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

Jul 20, 2020

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

Jul 17, 2020

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...