All Government policy articles – Page 128
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NewsPlastic ban 'could do more harm than good' to environment
A group of 40 academics said while a ban on plastics might seem like a step forward, it could result in much greater environmental damage
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NewsEmergency Brexit plans for supplies could last 'months'
Defra secretary Michael Gove admitted food imports from the EU would be allowed to enter without any checks for an indefinite period
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NewsLiving wage report notes 'pressing concern' of wage costs
Report recognises that 75% of convenience retailers are reducing the number of hours that they employ staff for
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NewsBack Brexit deal to prevent food chaos, urge retail leaders
In a bid to persuade politicians to back Theresa May’s deal, the BRC has warned of price increases of more than 40% for some everyday staples
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NewsFood standards enforcement hampered by lack of workers
Authorities in England and Wales were struggling to fulfil obligations under the Food Law Code of Practice, the FSA found
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NewsSupermarkets hoarding space as stockpiling scramble intensifies
Price of storage had risen by 15% per pallet per week in November and was up 8% in the third quarter
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NewsUKWA urges members to push MPs to back Brexit deal
UKWA chief executive Petter Ward warned a no-deal scenario was ‘unthinkable’
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Comment & OpinionBusinesses are backing May’s Brexit deal – but will MPs follow suit?
There was a surreal calm about the Prime Minister today as she urged businesses to support her under-fire Brexit deal
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NewsIndustry leaders warn of Brexit chaos as May's deal flounders
FDF said the majority of food and drink business welcomed Theresa May’s proposals
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NewsNFU hits back at livestock reduction recommendations
The NFU said it was ’disappointed’ to see the Committee on Climate Change recommend reducing livestock numbers
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Comment & OpinionMay’s Brexit deal may be doomed – but it’s what the industry needs
According to reports, last night’s cabinet meeting saw tears, shouting and almost fisticuffs
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Comment & OpinionIf it’s crunch time for Brexit, so too for the UK’s farmers
There’s still uncertainty abound for fmcg companies as May rallies support for the draft Brexit agreement
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News'Complacent' Defra slammed over Brexit planning
Defra had been hampered by “excessive secrecy at the centre of government”, said a new Public Accounts Committee report
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Analysis & FeaturesDo Defra’s plans for 'fair dealing' with farmers add up?
New proposals could see the government intervene in pricing negotiations by giving farmers access to wholesale sales data from processors
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NewsIceland fails to publish GCA code compliance data
British Brands Group report said Iceland had become the first retailer in eight years to fail to provide the required info
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Analysis & FeaturesCan AEOs help you dodge port disruption in a no-deal Brexit?
Looking to avoid post-Brexit port disruption? AEO certification can reportedly ease the flow of trade. So how can companies apply, and is it worth it?
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NewsScotland likely to go it alone on DRS
Scottish government plans for a deposit return scheme are at least a year ahead of the rest of the UK
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Analysis & FeaturesFood and drink winners and losers in the 'giveaway' Budget
There were changes to business rates, online taxation, the national living wage and duty
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Comment & OpinionChancellor’s Budget plonks wine trade right in it
Freezing duty for beer, (most) cider and spirits but not wine is hugely unfair and deeply damaging
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Comment & OpinionHard evidence is much needed in energy drinks policy
A new report found little evidence energy drinks are more damaging to normal children than tea, coffee or cola