All Politics articles – Page 35
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NewsPolitical parties split over future of Food Standards Agency
The UK’s three main political parties have voiced disagreement over the future responsibilities of the FSA.
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Comment & OpinionHow the Budget will affect our industry
Reactions from around The Grocer’s staff to the most important parts of today’s Budget
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News2015 Budget: fmcg industry reactions
Reactions to today’s budget from the wider industry will be updated here as we get them in
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NewsAlcohol duty cuts: an industry reacts
After the Chancellor announced plans to cut duty on beer, spirits and cider in the Budget, we get reactions
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Comment & OpinionThe lessons from the Scottish referendum for our food system
Whitehall breathed a sigh of relief at the Scottish referendum result….
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Comment & OpinionIndependence: should we go it alone on recruitment?
Before everyone gets up in arms, let me put it out there: I am Scottish-born…
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Comment & OpinionScottish meanness bemoaned as Titania explains 'heritage'
Although she’s not particularly keen on opening the purse, Karoline is especially critical of meanness in others…
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NewsUK exports fall as foreign markets snub Scotch
A slump in whisky sales has been blamed for a decline in the overall value of UK food and drink exports…
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Comment & OpinionFood and drink industry will need to build bridges in Scotland
So, it’s a no. After all the debate, the think tank papers and economic modelling…
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NewsScotland votes No: Industry reaction
As the dust settles on the Scottish Independence Referendum result in which the no campaign won with 55% to 45%, industry bodies and suppliers give their reaction as well as looking forward to what happens next.
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Comment & OpinionScotland decides: one day to go
Whatever happens to retail prices in an independent Scotland, the Scottish food and drink industry is currently booming
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NewsIndependence is the perfect platform to promote Scottish brands across the globe, says Richard Lochhead
With less than 48 hours to go before Scotland decides whether to remain part of the United Kingdom on Thursday 19 September, The Grocer spoke to Scotland’s food minister Richard Lochhead, on the issues for the food and drink industry including price hikes, intimidation and exports.
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NewsJustin King warns of price rises if Scotland goes independent
Former Sainsbury’s chief executive Justin King has warned that supermarket prices could rise in an independent Scotland.
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NewsCameron meets grocery bosses to champion jobs for young people
Major figures in the food and grocery industry have met with the Prime Minister to discuss possible measures to boost job prospects for young people in Britain.
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Analysis & FeaturesScottish referendum: suppliers face dilemma in speaking out
Threats, intimidation, dodgy price claims, fence-sitting. The industry has seen it all during the independence campaign…
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NewsAsda warns food costs will rise in an independent Scotland
Asda CEO and president Andy Clarke has said that an independent Scotland would see rising food costs.
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InterviewsScottish independence debate: Danny Alexander attacks ‘intimidation’
The Grocer spoke to chief secretary to the Treasury Danny Alexander, on the potential implications of Scottish independence for the food and drink industry.
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Comment & OpinionScottish independence: a dream as far as food & drink goes
Now that the big hitters in Scotland have given the thumbs down to independence, what do Scottish farmers say?…
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NewsScottish independence: Food and drink leaders oppose yes vote
Prominent figures in the food industry have spoken out against Scottish independence by signing a letter to The Scotsman newspaper.
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Analysis & FeaturesSupermarkets hold back from Scottish expansion
If the supermarkets could cast a ballot in next month’s Scottish independence ballot it’s a fair bet they might line-up alongside the ‘no’ camp.