All Government policy articles – Page 64
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Comment & OpinionCould Kellogg’s succeed in pushing back – or changing altogether – upcoming HFSS laws?
If Kellogg’s wins, it could not only derail the launch of the promotions clampdown in October, but would have major implications for the HFSS TV advertising watershed due to come into force next year
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NewsKellogg’s takes government to court over HFSS promotions ban
Kellogg’s claims the nutrient profiling model (NPM) used to calculate the nutritional value of cereals was not fit for purpose
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NewsUK ditches tariffs on imports of Ukrainian food
Barley and poultry among goods covered as World Bank warns crisis could last “for years”
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NewsHealth groups step up calls for mandatory salt targets
250 medical experts have written to Boris Johnson urging the government to bring in mandatory salt reduction target
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NewsFood poverty crisis warning as food banks face surge in demand
The Trussell Trust.provided more than 2.1 million parcels to people facing food poverty between 1 April 2021 and 31 March this year
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NewsShareholders pile pressure on food giants for transparent health reporting
Unilever became the first major manufacturer to bow to the ShareAction campaign last month
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NewsIndonesia dials back ‘shock’ palm oil exports ban
Jakarta said the latest curbs, which kick in this week, would not include crude palm oil
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NewsDefra to lift mandatory housing measures for poultry as bird flu threat decreases
However, producers have warned they remain in a ‘bleak’ position due to low returns and soaring costs
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NewsFood sector left hanging over physical checks on imports from EU
Divisions emerge over mooted postponement after PM’s latest hint
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NewsWheat focus turns to India and US as Ukraine war cuts supply
Delhi expects bumper crop but bad weather casts cloud over American harvest
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Analysis & FeaturesHFSS clampdown: new guidance explained
Detailed guidance on the HFSS clampdown is here, but sources have warned of gaps as retailers focus on the cost of living crisis
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Analysis & FeaturesAre independent fast food outlets Britain’s obesity blind spot?
Restaurants and takeaways are key pillars of Britain’s plans to tackle obesity. So why is the local kebab shop excluded?
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NewsFears over food and CO2 shortages as fertiliser plant sees demand crash
Gas prices have gone up even further since the conflict began, leading to fertiliser costs quadrupling
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NewsSuppliers warn ‘just days left’ to tackle oil shortages, as government drags feet on palm decision
Shortages of sunflower oil saw the government allow suppliers to start using rapeseed oil in recipes without the need for labelling changes
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NewsFSA to add more brands to list of tradeable CBD products
Several brands say they have received confirmation from the FSA they are to be added soon
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NewsChicken and egg sectors battered by bird flu and trade troubles
As Ukraine war fuels price hikes, poultry council slams Dover delays and trade rules favouring EU producers
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NewsGarlic supply to UK hit by disruption in Ukraine and Spain, says importer
Pan United attributed “some disruptions” to rising fuel costs
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Analysis & FeaturesWhat’s next for the 120 CBD brands not on the FSA’s list?
The FSA says brands not on its list should be removed from sale – but many are on shelves at major retailers such as Sainsbury’s and Amazon
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Analysis & FeaturesThe towns taking junk food bans into their own hands
Following the success of TfL’s junk food ad ban, over 80 local councils plan to follow suit. Could chocolate and cheeseburgers soon disappear from billboards forever?
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NewsGVMS operational again – but Dover delays forecast to increase ahead of Easter
Prioritisation system to help perishable goods get through long queues not a realistic option, says environment secretary