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CMA opens investigation into Bakkavor and Greencore merger
The CMA has opened an investigation into the proposed merger of food manufacturers Greencore and Bakkavor.
Sofina Foods Europe acquires Finnebrogue
Food manufacturer Finnebrogue has been acquired by seafood and pork producer Sofina Foods Europe.
Osprey Foods fined £66,000 over employee accident
Food wholesaler Osprey Foods has been fined £66,000 after an employee was injured while loading a lorry, resulting in the employee having to have his leg amputated.
UK Sausage Week competition entries in full swing
Judging for the 2025 UKSW competition is drawing ever closer, with a high volume of products being nominated every day ahead of the Friday 1st August deadline.
Younger generations more likely to eat lab-grown meat
In a survey by market research firm Ipsos, 47% of Generation Z Brits have stated that they would eat cultivated meat.
Sainsbury’s sales up as premium brand “boosted” by spring
Sainsbury’s has released its results for the 16 weeks to 21st June 2025, with like-for-like sales reaching 4.7%.
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Brexit insight
New border controls require a pragmatic approach to avoid collapse, says CCF
The Cold Chain Federation has commented on reports that Government is set to announce details of how post-Brexit regulatory checks on food and other imports will be introduced.
Rishi Sunak wins MPs over in Windsor Framework vote
MPs have voted by 515 to 29 in favour of the Prime Minister’s new Brexit deal for Northern Ireland.
Trade reaction to agreement on NI protocol
A ‘new Windsor framework’ has been agreed with the European Union to overcome the trade barriers in Northern Ireland (NI) following Brexit.
Leaving the EU added £210 to household food bills says LSE
LSE research has found that Brexit has cost consumers a total of £5.8 billion in household food bills over the two years to the end of 2021.
Irish Sea border checks continue after DUP orders halt
Border checks have continued at ports in Northern Ireland despite DUP Agriculture Minister Edwin Poots’ instruction to officials to cease on Wednesday night (2nd February), and the First Minister’s subsequent resignation on Thursday.
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