All Government policy articles – Page 59
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NewsMPs claim Australia trade deal will not reduce food prices in Britain
The Commons International Trade Committee’s report comes as government pushes debate on food import tariffs
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Comment & OpinionKellogg’s High Court decision marks the end for industry legal challenges to HFSS rules
Kellogg’s has said it respects the decision and does not intend to appeal
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NewsKellogg’s legal challenge to HFSS clampdown rejected by High Court
The cereals giant challenged the clampdown, which is due to see HFSS products banned from prominent locations in stores, on three separate grounds
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NewsFood importers want input into government tariff cut proposals
Industry says reductions would help reduce inflation but could undermine FTA talks
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NewsUK and EU milk supplies falling despite global production rise
European milk production is set to decline further due to challenges around sustainability regulations and soaring input costs
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Comment & OpinionUK’s ‘food strategy’ is little more than vague ambition
Many in the industry were looking for more than ambition and flattery from government, says Andrew Kuyk, director general at Provision Trade Federation
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NewsLocal councils call for transparency on soft drinks levy funding use
The Local Government Association has warned that without urgent action, local authorities will not be able to reach their childhood obesity targets
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NewsUS renews demands for increased access to UK food market
The head of recent agri-trade mission said the UK should be more ’science-based’ in its outlook
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NewsFSA and Food Standards Scotland warn of ‘significant’ challenges to food safety
The bodies recognise that despite significant pressures on the food industry, food standards have largely been maintained but that challenges laid ahead
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NewsMPs urged to delay ratification of UK-Australia free trade deal
Parliament’s trade committee says more time is needed to assess agreement, which farmers’ groups have criticised
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NewsChanging store layout ‘more impactful’ against obesity than upping HFSS product prices
Just over 60% of shoppers said that making HFSS products less visible in-store would have a direct influence on their decision to buy
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Comment & OpinionFarmers show their frustration with government at NFU Council
Delegates at the event bemoaned a lack of clear signals from a government they have little confidence in
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NewsEU-UK veterinary deal could soothe Northern Ireland Protocol tensions
The food industry wants more clarity about UK government’s proposals
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NewsLabour shortages: government accused of 'failing to understand' needs of food sector
‘The government’s overall response to our recommendations is wholly inadequate,’ said Sir Robert Goodwill MP
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Comment & OpinionOur unhealthy, unsustainable food system needs intervention. Where is government?
Surely even the most die-hard free marketeers can’t believe we’ll tackle carbon emissions or childhood obesity without government intervention, says Dan Crossley, executive director at the Food Ethics Council
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NewsHGV levy: government should consider delay to reintroduction, says RHA
The levy was suspended in August 2020 to support hauliers during the pandemic. However, it is due to be reintroduced in August 2023
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Comment & OpinionNational Food Strategy: government has failed us with its lack of commitment on health
This week’s government response echoes only a few of the proposals made by Henry Dimbleby, says Anna Taylor, executive director of The Food Foundation
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NewsUK to cut tariffs on some food imports from Commonwealth member states
The government’s plan is to replace market access previously offered under UK’s former membership of the EU
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NewsFewer and pricier Christmas turkeys this year, warn producers
Labour shortages, avian flu and soaring costs are all set to drive up the price of turkeys