The Office for National Statistics has released the consumer price inflation data for April, as the Institute of Grocery Distribution observed the effects of the Middle East conflict on food inflation.
A plan to triple the volume of surplus food for redistribution has been developed by the food sector and the Institute of Grocery Distribution.
The British Retail Consortium observed a fall in food sales in the four weeks to 2nd May 2026, stating that the food category was “hit hardest”.
Research from the Institute of Grocery Distribution has found that weekly use of quick commerce has increased to 33% in Q1 2026.
The Institute of Grocery Distribution has forecast that the global convenience channel will grow from around $900 billion in 2025 to more than $1 trillion in sales by 2030.
