Food and fresh food inflation prices in September hit another high, peaking at what is claimed to be the highest on record, according to the British Retail Consortium’s latest figures.

Labour will not rule out banning the government HFSS restrictions to take place next year, according to Shadow Health Secretary Wes Streeting.

NFU Scotland say that Scotland’s farmers are being consulted by Scottish Government on a future agricultural policy in an information void.

Following LXi REIT’s announcement on 22nd September 2022 to acquire 18 Sainsbury’s stores, the company has decided not to proceed further with the portfolio purchase.

Following the highly successful meat industry awards ceremony held at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole on 15th September, organisers report that take up to support the 2023 event by the category partners is exceptional, with all categories expected to be allocated shortly.

Aldi has reported sales growth of 18.7%, which is its highest percentage increase during its 32 years of UK trading.

Food industry bodies have responded with a mixed reaction to details laid out in the Chancellor’s Growth Plan for the UK economy.

Major risks and impacts to Scottish consumers in relation to food safety and standards have been predicted by the Food Standards Scotland, if the Retained EU Law Bill is progressed in its current form.

The finalists for the Women In Meat Industry Awards have been confirmed for this year. The winner of each category will be announced at the annual dinner and ceremony taking place on Friday 11th November at the Royal Garden Hotel, London.

Scottish Bakers welcomed a statement by government confirming that a price cap is to be introduced for business energy users, but added that the support must be extended into the next year.

The Co-op has announced a new executive structure for its convenience and wholesale operations, as Jo Whitfield leaves the role of Food CEO after 5 years. 

UK dairy import volumes have increased 11% year on year, indicating volumes have returned to 2020 levels as foodservice markets recover and adapt to new Brexit trade deals.

Trade bodies from across the UK food industry have responded to the latest financial support measures issued by government. Many have welcomed the Energy Bill Relief Scheme, but warn that more action is needed.

More than 60 workers at Quorn’s production factory in Billingham will strike from the 30th September to the 8th October, trade union Unite has confirmed.

The UK food and beverage sector saw a 29% drop in mergers and acquisitions deal volume and a 90% decline in deals by the second transaction date of the year, when compared with the same period in the prior year.

The winners of the 2022 Meat Management Meat Industry Awards were announced on Thursday evening 15th September at a black-tie dinner and ceremony hosted by globally recognised entertainer Paul Zerdin, held at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole.

UK retailer Asda has restricted the purchase of its budget food range, ‘Just Essentials’, to a maximum of three of each product per customer to ensure the products are available to “as many customers as possible.”