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Lidl releases socioeconomic report as 1,000th store opens
UK discounter Lidl has published its first socioeconomic impact report, claiming that it delivered £14.5 billion in gross value added to the British economy in FY24.
Manufacturers urge Government to grow UK food industry
The Food and Drink Federation (FDF) has called on Government to partner with the UK food manufacturing sector to grow exports and double annual investment.
A third of UK consumers are buying more frozen food
The Move to -15°C Coalition has published research showing that Britain’s relationship with frozen food is “fast-changing” as people prioritise cost, waste saving and sustainability.
Deadline extended for Welsh food industry training programme
The Food Skills Cymru programme, which supports the training of staff within the Welsh food and drink industry, has had its funding extended until the end of November 2022.
HSBC sustainability report outlines ’10 key suggestions’ for supply chain
An analysis, developed for HSBC UK by a team at Harper Adams University, forwards a list of ‘key suggestions’ to cut carbon emissions and the carbon footprint of the UK food supply chain.
Poundland opens new store with focus on fresh food
Poundland’s first large-format store in Nottingham is offering more fresh food in a bid to attract customers on a budget to do a weekly shop with the bargain retailer.
Unilever predicts price hike as production costs rise
Marmite maker Unilever has announced that further price rises are ahead for consumers as production costs are expected to rise as much as £3 billion in 2022.
Celebrity TV Chef to host FMT Food Industry Awards Ceremony
Matt Tebbutt, the presenter of the popular ‘Saturday Kitchen’ on BBC1, has been confirmed as this year’s host for the annual FMT Food Industry Awards ceremony and black-tie dinner.
Walkers ends crisp packet recycling scheme
Walkers has announced that its Crisp Packet Recycling Scheme will close on 25th April 2022.
Food Awards product judging now underway at test kitchens
Evaluations and product judging has started for this year’s FMT Food Industry Awards at the Regional Food Academy test kitchens, located at Harper Adams University, Shropshire.
Brexit causes ‘additional costs and delays’, says spending watchdog
The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has found that new controls in place over the movement of goods between the UK and the EU have created added costs for businesses and affected international trade flows.
Rees-Mogg appointed as Minister for Brexit Opportunities
Jacob Rees-Mogg has been appointed Minister for Brexit Opportunities and Government Efficiency.
Asda extends budget ranges to all stores after pressure from food campaigner
Asda said it will introduce its Smart Price and Farm Stores ranges in all 581 food stores and online to provide customers on a budget with “more value choices.”
Tesco boss warns of further food price rises
John Allan, chairman of Tesco, has predicted that “the worst is yet to come” on food price inflation.
Lidl and Waitrose declared the ‘greenest supermarkets’
Lidl and Waitrose have topped a list of eco-friendly supermarkets published by Which?, with both scoring well across greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, plastic use and food waste.
KP Snacks warns of supply chain issues after cyberattack
KP Snacks said that its cybersecurity systems had been “compromised by ransomware” and the company could no longer safely process orders or dispatch goods.
SEE acquires Irish packaging firm Foxpak
SEE has acquired Foxpak Flexibles Ltd. (Foxpak), a privately-owned Irish packaging solutions company.
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.
Nestle confirms Fawdon factory will close
Nestlé has announced plans to shut its factory in Fawdon, as the company moves production of its staples to mainland Europe.
M&S and Aldi reach deal on Colin the Caterpillar cake dispute
Marks & Spencer (M&S) and Aldi have confirmed that a settlement has been made over the former’s legal action against Aldi’s rival bug-shaped cake.
View the 2026 FMT Awards review e-magazine
Find out all of the winners and finalists from the 2026 Food Management Industry Awards. The much anticipated event took place on Friday 12th June at the 5-star Royal Lancaster Hotel, London.
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