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Consumer confidence sees improvement despite “stubborn” inflation
The British Retail Consortium has observed an improvement in consumer confidence, but warns confidence “could falter” as inflation remains high.
Welsh food to be showcased in Dubai
Food & Drink Wales will spotlight Welsh food at Gulfood 2026, taking place from 26th-30th January in Dubai.
Food Awards product nominations deadline extended
Due to unprecedented demand, the final deadline for product entry nominations for the FMT Food Industry Awards has been moved back to Wednesday 4th February.
‘Not for EU’ labelling plans threaten to reverse export growth, warns FDF
The introduction of mandatory GB wide ‘not for EU’ labelling threatens trade flows with the EU, the Food and Drink Federation has found.
Hampshire Cheese Company acquired by Butlers Farmhouse Cheeses
Lancashire-based cheesemaker Butlers Farmhouse Cheeses has announced that it has acquired Hampshire Cheese Company for an undisclosed sum.
2024 Spring Budget: Industry concerned about “muddle of poor regulation”
Inflation is set to fall below the 2% target a year earlier than forecast, the Chancellor has announced during his 2024 Spring Budget speech.
Food manufacturing investment sees “sustained decline”, says FDF
The FDF has released a report suggesting that Government “needs to do more” to help the sector to attract “vital” investment.
FSA campaign highlights risks of vegan labelling to people with allergies
The Food Standards Agency has launched a campaign highlighting the risks of food labelled as vegan to people with food allergies.
Richard Williams appointed chief executive at Müller
Müller has appointed Richard Williams as chief executive officer of Müller Yogurt & Desserts in the UK and Ireland.
AHDB launches British dairy campaign in Hong Kong
AHDB has launched a month-long marketing campaign in which British dairy will be prepared by three professional chefs from Hong Kong.
Canterbury farmers call for supermarkets to supply British produce
Farmers in Canterbury took to the streets on Sunday 3rd March to protest against foreign imports of food.
Sainsbury’s changes bakeries to new model to save on costs
Sainsbury’s has announced that it will introduce a “more efficient way” of freshly baking products in-store, while reducing 1,500 jobs.
Welsh producers celebrate St David’s Day in London market
Food and Drink Wales declared that producers from Wales “took over” Spitalfields Market in London to celebrate Welsh food.
“Meaty” labels banned on plant-based products in France
France has published a decree banning “meaty” labels from being used for the marketing of plant-based products.
Danone reports “consistent progress” in 2023
Global manufacturer Danone has released its financial results for the full 2023 year, reporting “consistent progress and strong delivery”.
Chancellor’s Spring Budget: support for food businesses must be a priority
Industry called on the Chancellor ahead of the Spring Budget on Wednesday 6th March to provide support to food businesses.
Vegan Food Group set to acquire German tofu manufacturer
Plant-based manufacturer The Vegan Food Group has reported that it will acquire German tofu company Tofutown.
Scottish producers receive funding to make products healthier
Gary Maclean, the National Chef of Scotland, has announced the 14 food and drink businesses that will receive funding from FDF Scotland.
Susan Jebb to stand down as FSA chair
Chair of the FSA Professor Susan Jebb has revealed that she will be standing down in June 2024.
Project discusses potential for Norwich to become global food centre
Community interest company Eastern Promise has revealed that it will be raising the profile of Norwich within the food industry.
Awards Review

Find out all of the winners and finalists from the 2025 Food Management Industry Awards. The much anticipated event took place on Thursday 26th June at the 5-star Royal Garden Hotel, Kensington.
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