Confectionery has downward effect on food inflation rate
The Office for National Statistics has published the latest consumer price inflation data, finding that confectionery, sugar and jam had small downward effects on the annual inflation rate.
FDF calls for Government to relieve immediate regulatory pressure
According to the latest forecast from the Food and Drink Federation, food inflation is expected to be higher than historical averages throughout 2027.
FDF report calls for urgent action to rebuild food business confidence
In its latest State of Industry report, the Food and Drink Federation has found that business confidence in the sector remained pessimistic for a ninth consecutive quarter.
Costs will “filter through” the supply chain, warns IGD
The Office for National Statistics published consumer price inflation figures for June 2026, predicting a rise in inflation towards the end of the year.
MPs call for further action from food industry over HFSS foods
The Health and Social Care Committee has called for Government to prioritise preventing obesity over the interests of the food industry.