All Government and Regulation articles – Page 7
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NewsScottish salmon farming’s future at risk, MSPs warn
In a public letter to cabinet secretary for Rural Affairs Mairi Gougeon, a Scottish Parliament committee said it was ‘disappointed’ with the ‘progress in future-proofing the salmon farming industry’
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Retailers have just 18 months to prepare for the UK’s Deposit Return Scheme – and the clock is ticking. Join industry experts to learn from Ireland’s DRS rollout as they tackle the practical challenges facing c-stores, from choosing the right reverse vending machine to turning DRS into a customer loyalty opportunity.
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NewsJust Eat and Pasta Evangelists under investigation in CMA’s dodgy review crackdown
The CMA is investigating the businesses to determine whether they have infringed consumer law.
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NewsRegulation at risk of ‘banning the Saturday job’, says M&S chief
Retail can provide a gateway to employment for those with little experience and an opportunity to grow confidence while learning skills on the job, but has been ‘left out of most visions for economic growth’, said Stuart Machin
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NewsFSA in crunch talks with government to meet SPS deal funding gap
The FSA has warned it requires an increase in funding to implement the EU reset
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NewsNew NPM consultation launches as government ignores calls for delay
A consultation on the new nutrient profiling model was launched by the Department of Health & Social Care this afternoon (25 March)
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NewsSoft Drinks Industry Levy expansion to have ‘extremely small’ impact, IFS warns
Changes would reduce the average per-person calorie intake by just 0.3 kcal per day, according to the IFS
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NewsRetailers welcome government crackdown on late payments
The measures, described as the toughest crackdown in 25 years, will give the Small Business Commissioner new powers to investigate poor payment practices and issue fines worth tens of millions for repeat offenders
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NewsOnly smallest abattoirs to receive ‘maximum support’ under new FSA proposals
Existing discounts for official controls are set to be dramatically scaled back, under FSA proposals
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NewsFood sector could provide one billion meals annually by reducing waste, data shows
Around 550,000 tonnes of food – the equivalent to 3% of sales – is wasted every year, the report shows
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NewsWinner of bid to run extended producer responsibility scheme revealed
The new PRO said it would ‘champion collaboration and innovation across the value chain, accelerating progress toward higher recycling rates, reduced waste and a more circular system’
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News‘Torture in a tin’: Most Brits support foie gras import ban
The survey of 2,137 found 63% of respondents would support legislation to ban the import of foie gras made by force-feeding
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NewsSustainable farming could increase profits by £1.6bn a year, report finds
Titled ‘The Sustainable Farming Dividend’, the report from cross-party think tank Demos, supported by McCain, found sustainable methods could increase farm profits by £1.6bn a year by 2035 among its key findings
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NewsSupermarkets and suppliers call for ‘urgent action’ over Amazon soy pact withdrawal
The withdrawal of soy trade association Abiove and its membership from the Amazon Soy Moratorium had ‘major implications for the future’ of the voluntary pact, warned the UK Soy Manifesto
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NewsEx Co-op quick commerce chief joins Nesta nudge group
Chris Conway unexpectedly departed the convenience retailer last month after eight years with the business
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NewsOver 500 hospitality businesses to receive govt support to cut energy bills
The digital energy-saving tool is estimated to help businesses cut energy bills by almost £2,500 per year on average
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NewsPlant-based brands brace for ‘chaos’ after EU rule change
The European Parliament and Council of Europe have announced plans to restrict labelling for plant-based food, banning brands from using 31 words, including the likes of ‘steak’ and ’bacon’
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NewsRetail and hospitality bodies welcome government’s £1bn youth employment drive
The employment drive is expected to create 200,000 jobs for young people
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Promotional FeaturesStay still, fall behind: Why food and drink must keep one eye on the future
The UK food and drink sector walks a continual tightrope between day-to-day operational demands and preparing for what the future holds. So, how can manufacturers and retailers balance their time strategically and successfully?
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NewsEdible insects and cell-cultivated foods among food of the future, report finds
In the Thematic Report on Emerging Food Innovations from the Food Standards Agency and Food Standards Scotland, the agencies identified the technologies most likely to generate food and safety regulatory needs in Great Britain over the coming decade