Food watchdog boss warns against bringing cake to the office Professor Susan Jebb said while it is a choice to eat sweet treats, people can help each other by providing a ‘supportive environment’. The Independent UK · Jan 17, 2023
Asda makes big change to yogurts to cut food waste It has consulted with experts to make sure the new systems are safe Wales Online · Jan 17, 2023
Love cheese and hate tofu? 14 vegan obstacles – and how to push past them A few weeks into Veganuary, you may be wondering how to keep a plant-based lifestyle going. Whether you’re worried about supplements, expense or food aversions, here’s everything you need to know The Guardian - UK · Jan 17, 2023
Moguntia Food Group eyes expansion following £7m finance package with NatWest Directors said the deal gives the firm the flexibility to take advantage of opportunities for strategic acquisitions Birmingham Post · Jan 16, 2023
Shoppers are raving over 'incredible' supplement that soothes sore skin "This stuff is amazing I've had psoriasis for years and just recently I had a really bad flare up I was covered in it. It's much better now virtually gone." Daily Mirror · Jan 16, 2023
'People should ditch 'greenwashed' Veganuary', says butcher calling for Regenuary Regenuary encourages people to think about the impact their food choices make on the environment rather than following a strict diet that they will likely go back on Daily Mirror · Jan 16, 2023
Why food is such a powerful symbol in political protest Food is a hot issue in today’s activism. Last year, UK climate group Just Stop Oil hurled tomato soup at Vincent Van Gogh’s Sunflowers at the National Gallery in London. Later they smeared cake on a Madame Tussauds waxwork of King Charles. Protesters affiliated with the German group Letzte Generation… The Conversation · Jan 16, 2023
Charities call for tax tweak to divert food away from landfill and into homes A simple tweak to tax rules could provide an additional 100 million meals a year for Australians struggling with rising costs, according to the nation's largest food-relief organisation. ABC News · Jan 15, 2023
Key Israel business group seeks steep cut in food tax Israel's Manufacturers' Association on Sunday proposed tax cuts on food along with a host of other measures aimed at strengthening Israeli economic competitiveness and dealing with the country's high cost of living. Reuters · Jan 15, 2023
Tinned food giant Heinz faces backlash after hiking baked beans price by 21p Retail experts warn the food giant could lose out as shoppers go for cheaper supermarket beans. Heinz blamed the rising price of ingredients, energy and packaging Daily Mirror · Jan 14, 2023
Shoppers boiling mad as Tesco hikes Heinz tomato soup from 95p to £1.70 Retailer accused of 'profiteering' by MP as price of family favourite increases by 79% over six months Chronicle Live · Jan 14, 2023
October start set for ban in England of single-use plastic tableware Sale by retailers and food outlets in England of single-use plastic tableware to be banned but not ‘shelf-ready pre-packaged food’ containers The Guardian - UK · Jan 14, 2023
Morrisons and Tesco warning as products pulled from shelves You should return the products to your nearest store Liverpool Echo · Jan 14, 2023
Care home taken to court over food hygiene offences The care home in Swansea was fined thousands of pounds after pleading guilty to three criminal offences Wales Online · Jan 13, 2023
Birmingham Post · Jan 13, 2023 Derry software company creates 45 jobs as it eyes global expansion Foods Connected helps food companies to manage their supply chain
Daily Mirror · Jan 12, 2023 Tesco hikes price of Heinz tomato soup tins by a huge 79% - up from 95p to £1.70 After a steady increase in price during the cost of living crisis, the latest price jump saw an increase of 21 per cent - nearly doubling the price of a single Heinz tomato soup tin
Irish Mirror · Jan 10, 2023 FSAI 'disappointed' by 2022 figures amid 31% jump in closure orders for rodents, 'putrid meat' and more The number of enforcement orders served on the food businesses last year marked an increase compared to figures in 2021
Glasgow Live · Jan 10, 2023 Iceland, Morrisons and Tesco recall as customers warned of safety concerns A number of product recalls have been issued over items including pasta sauce, ravioli, chocolate and a dessert bar. Customers are warned to return the products as soon as possible.
Daily Record · Jan 10, 2023 Struggling West Lothian NHS staff are turning to food banks to make ends meet Pantries are being set up by Unison union members in response to the cost of living crisis
Irish Mirror · Jan 10, 2023 Four food businesses ordered to close over health concerns including kitchen at popular Dublin pub Some of the reasons given for the Closure Orders in December included rotten meat and rodent droppings found on site
Daily Mirror · Jan 10, 2023 Shoppers rush to buy 'incredible' supplements that tackle bloating quickly "I’m blown away by how well these tablets work. In less than three weeks I look and feel so much better! I’m able to eat out, drink wine and enjoy a normal (mostly) healthy diet!"
The Guardian - UK · Jan 10, 2023 Veganuary and beyond: ways to cook with vegan protein Our cooks say you can get much of the effect that meat brings to a dish by using seitan, tempeh, tofu and TVP. Or move away from meat substitutes entirely and explore the natural proteins in pulses and legumes
Manchester Evening News · Jan 10, 2023 Tesco, Iceland and Morrisons shoppers told to return food items urgently over safety fears The supermarkets have warned shoppers not to eat any of the items on the list as they could be unsafe
Birmingham Post · Jan 10, 2023 Pringles popularity boosts UK sales at Kellogg's despite cereals fall Kellogg's brands include Co-op Pops, Frosties, Crunchy Nut and Rice Krispies
Radio France Internationale · Jan 9, 2023 NGOs take French food giant Danone to court over plastics footprint Three French environmental groups on Monday took legal action against Paris-based dairy group Danone, the world’s biggest yoghurt maker, over its use of plastic across the supply chain.