All Government policy articles – Page 36
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NewsTesco workers’ case in spotlight as King’s Speech could ban ‘fire and rehire’ tactics
Labour has promised to introduce a new employment bill within 100 days of coming to power
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NewsLabour more focused on food industry than Tories, claims IGD report
The ‘New government, new direction?’ report says Starmer will bring in policies to tackle the “everyday” economy
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Comment & OpinionThree key actions the new government must take on sustainability
Government must hone the details of the deposit return scheme and clarify extended producer responsibility, says Richard Lloyd, MD of Encirc Beverages
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Analysis & FeaturesWhat’s on the food to-do list for the new Labour government?
Labour has pledged to back farmers, sort the ‘omnishambles’ of DRS and EPR, and get strict on health targets. What will its first move be?
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NewsEight in 10 school caterers want improved school meals provisions, says report
Over 200 caterers are advocating for the government to proactively get involved in school meal provision
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NewsNew Defra secretary Reed unveils five key priorities
Streatham and Croydon North MP Reed held the shadow environment secretary brief in opposition
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NewsElection 2024: Minette Batters appointed a life peer as Labour romps to victory
Batters will sit as a non-party political, cross-bench peer once sworn in at the House of Lords
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Analysis & FeaturesGrocery heavyweights’ wishlist for new government
The election of the first Labour government in 14 years is seismic, not least for the food and drink industry
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Analysis & FeaturesHow can we change school dinner provision for the better?
Many believe the school food system needs serious reform. Jamie Oliver’s Good School Food Awards – packed with good examples of tasty, nutritious school dinners – shows a way forward
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Comment & OpinionFood & drink manufacturing should be a political priority
Labour wants to drive growth in the economy but their strategy contains barely a mention of food and drink manufacturing, says Rory Fletcher, senior director and head of food & drink at Citypress
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NewsUK fruit & veg production declines yet again, Defra data finds
The slump in production comes amid a period of significant weather volatility
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Analysis & FeaturesBrexit laws: solving the impossible puzzle
Eight years on from the referendum, the ‘bonfire’ of EU red tape has yet to really get going. So what are the potential benefits, and what are the pitfalls as civil servants struggle under the regulatory strain?
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Comment & OpinionDimbleby: Election offers the chance for real food system change
The UK is uniquely well placed to kickstart change in our food system, says Henry Dimbleby, author of the National Food Strategy and managing partner of Bramble Partners
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Comment & OpinionThe food sector must use its collective might post-election
When I talk to industry leaders, I hear a growing commitment to working together to drive progress at pace, says Sarah Bradbury, CEO of IGD
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Comment & OpinionThe four Labour power players for food and drink
Here’s my lowdown of the key players in a possible Labour government, and how to do business with them, says Ian Wright, co-chair of the Food & Drink Export Council
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Analysis & FeaturesElection: how will the parties unlock post-Brexit Britain’s potential?
Labour is focused on rebuilding EU relations, the Lib Dems want to rejoin the single market and the Tories want to press ahead with work so far
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Comment & OpinionOur next government must make health the easy choice
Every government for decades has failed to take the necessary action to improve people’s lives, says Katharine Jenner, director at the Obesity Health Alliance
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NewsGood School Food Awards reward eight outstanding schools nationwide
The awards received thousands of applications from schools wanting to celebrate their positive impact
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Analysis & FeaturesElection: what do the parties promise when it comes to business and workers' rights?
With less than two weeks to go, here’s what the big hitters have to say on business rates, wages, worker rights, apprenticeships, taxes and more
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NewsFood sector bodies slam political parties for lax response on food security
Too little focus on food production and food security has been presented during the election campaign, argue the NFU, BRC, UKHospitality and FDF