All Government and Regulation articles – Page 7
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NewsParents overpaying by £300 a year on infant formula, CMA finds
The regulator launched its investigation in 2023 after finding manufacturers had raised prices by as much as 36%
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NewsFruit & veg set to become pricier due to new border fees
Post-Brexit checks on EU goods has resulted in increased inspections for the government’s Animal & Plant Health Agency
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NewsMedia Bites 14 February: Unilever, Valentine’s Day, American candy
Unilever’s plans to separate its ice cream division were covered widely by the papers this morning
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Comment & OpinionWill the National Food Strategy’s ‘experts’ succeed in creating economic growth?
Within the next two years, the government expects this group to tackle issues such as the obesity crisis, the race to net zero, food security and turbocharging growth in the food sector
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NewsEgg prices up by almost 20% since start of year with more rises to come
Of the 174 shell egg lines in the traditional big four, the discounters and Waitrose, some 40 have increased in price since w/e 5 January
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NewsWales holding firm on refusal to be part of UK-wide DRS
Supermarket bosses claim Wales’ decision will cause cross-border chaos and have called for the UK DRS rollout to be delayed as a result
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NewsScottish salmon exports hit record high with significant growth in Asia
These export numbers show an increase of 45% compared to previous years with the previous record set in 2019 at £618m
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NewsFood bosses threaten to abandon support for extended producer responsibility scheme
Until now the FDF has supported EPR, despite other bodies such as the BRC and the WSTA calling for it to be delayed
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NewsScottish salmon farming industry employs greenwashing tactics, new report finds
None of the companies involved are operating in a way which adequately protects both fish welfare and the environment, the report said
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NewsNational Food Strategy recruiting ‘industry experts’ as sector council faces axe
It is understood the birth of the new expert panel could also spell the end for the Food & Drink Sector Council
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Analysis & FeaturesFoot and mouth disease: how prepared is the UK?
Border authorities have revealed that banned German meat & dairy imports may have entered the UK
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Comment & OpinionFDF: two key priorities for National Food Strategy
We want the UK to have the most competitive, innovative and productive food and drink manufacturing sector in Europe, says Karen Betts, CEO of the FDF
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NewsAsda sued for copyright infringement over mandarin orange variety
The French company Nadorcott has accused Asda of stocking shelves with Tang Gold mandarin oranges and infringing its plant breeding rights
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NewsJunk food ad ban facing legal challenge from food companies
The Advertising Association and other bodies have warned the plans to ban junk food ads would inhibit the ability for companies to advertise healthy products
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NewsUK ‘not prepared’ for a major food crisis, warn experts
A new report by the National Preparedness Commission warns the UK needs better legislation to safeguard its food security in times of crisis
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Category ReportStorm clouds gather: trends in vapes, tobacco & accessories 2025
Tobacco & vaping is facing new rules designed to protect people and the planet. How can retailers reliant on vapes and ciggies weather the storm?
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Comment & OpinionRegenerative agriculture can turn around a tough farming landscape
Done well, regenerative farming can sequester carbon, reduce inputs and increase profit, says Jonty Brunyee, farmer at Conygree Farm in Gloucestershire
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Analysis & FeaturesWhat does Trump’s tariff showdown mean for UK food and drink?
The US president’s unpredictable approach to bringing in tariffs has upset global markets. The UK may not escape the crossfire
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NewsMedia Bites 7 February: ‘stagflation’, high street footfall, tariff warnings
Papers are leading on the impact of yesterday’s interest rate cut
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NewsIllegal meat imports rise as officials warn of weak Brexit border controls
Dover port officials seized 25 tonnes of illegal meat in January – triple the amount seized this time last year