All Politics articles
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Analysis & FeaturesHas the UK really broken the EU trade deal in Jersey?
That’s the accusation from France – but the truth is complicated
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Analysis & Features
How badly is China’s ban hitting the UK pork sector?
China is showing no movement on reinstating imports of UK pork
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Analysis & Features
The future of deposit return schemes could be digital, here’s why
Delays, government infighting, industry concerns: the rollout of a DRS has caused havoc. Could a digital element be the solution?
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Comment & Opinion
We need more regulation to separate ethical lobbyists from politicians
The allegations against David Cameron risk all lobbyists being tarred with the same brush, says Chris Whitehouse, chair and director of food policy at Whitehouse Communications
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Comment & Opinion
Politics of Food: compelling podcast shines light on ‘Racism in Food Media’
Inequity exists across the food industry, and people of colour are among the worst affected
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News
Hundreds of business call for environmental responsibility to be added to company law
The proposed new legislation, dubbed ‘The Better Business Act’, would require directors to advance shareholders’ interests ‘alongside those of wider society and the environment’
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News
Government seeking national supplier for £24m school breakfast contract
The contract is set to run for two academic years from September 2021 to July 2023
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Comment & Opinion
The upcoming UN Food Summit has been hijacked by wealthy corporations and their food agenda
Citizen food and farming groups are boycotting the summit and setting up a parallel meeting, says Joanna Blythman, food journalist and author of Swallow This
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News
UK meat industry facing up to £120m in extra Brexit costs, BMPA report says
BMPA said most of its members were anticipating a permanent 20% drop-off in their trade with the EU
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News
Seafood and meat companies call for Brexit export health certificate overhaul
Industry bodies for both sectors said the delays and costs were being exacerbated by the complexity of the forms
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Comment & Opinion
The online tax debate simply highlights the problem with business rates
Although it’s later than desired, it’s perhaps a good sign that the government will be looking at the online tax in autumn
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Analysis & Features
Brexit border check delay: are the extra months enough for food and drink?
The government extended the grace period for full border checks by another six months
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The Big Interview
Ian Wright FDF big interview: ‘I don’t think I’m confrontational’
As the straight-talking FDF CEO prepares to stand down, he talks us through boosting the federation’s profile, upsetting Jamie Oliver and why he’s not going quietly
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News
IOTC criticised for failure to adopt sustainable yellowfin tuna plan
Governments and NGOs described the outcome of the IOTC’s special session as ‘extremely disheartening’
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News
Fish firms need extra post-Brexit bailout to remain afloat, seafood sector warns MPs
Representatives from trade bodies and business also called on government to negotiate with the EU to resolve the border crisis
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News
🔴 Budget 2021 Live: Chancellor outlines Covid recovery measures
The latest updates for the grocery industry on the B
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Reports
Five fmcg brands that have used their influence to speak up for a cause
An increasing number of food and drink brands are taking a stand on political and social issues, here are five brands that are getting stuck in to the debate
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Analysis & Features
How and why fmcg brands got political
With social media affording more space than ever before for food and drink brands to have a ‘voice’, an increasing number are speaking out on political issues. So what are the benefits – and how can it backfire?
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Analysis & Features
How the food industry is fighting childhood hunger
It took a Manchester United footballer to force the government to extend free school meals during the pandemic. The food industry has been just as eager to help – but how much can it change by itself?
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Comment & Opinion
Hunger Games on Dimbleby National Food Strategy report is a disgrace
What’s worse than silence on Henry Dimbleby’s National Food Strategy report? It’s a government secret
