Biggest supermarket food price rises revealed – with costs set to go up even more An average food shop could rise to almost £150 by next summer the Food and Drink Federation warned The Independent UK · Sep 9
Remaking the biscuit: from Doritos to digestives, why the UK’s snacks are being ‘reformulated’ Healthy eating rules are forcing brands to recook their recipes. Are consumers noticing the difference? The Guardian - UK · Aug 29
UK Food Exports Fall to Decade Low: Why It Matters for Consumers, Farmers and the UK Economy UK food and drink exports have fallen to their lowest level in a decade, raising concerns about higher consumer prices, reduced investment, and the long-term competitiveness of the sector. International Business Times UK · Aug 19
Heatwaves set to drive prices higher, food producers warn The Food and Drink Federation said ‘fruit, vegetable and grain supply’ are being hit by recent hot weather and droughts. Evening Standard · Aug 11
Food prices to soar by almost 10% due to Iran war, as fuel and energy bills bite Grocery shopping bills rose sharply in 2022 and 2023 and are heading for another rise later this year The Independent UK · Apr 1
Middle East war could drive UK food inflation to 9% this year, trade body warns The Food and Drink Federation hiked its inflation forecast for the year in light of the conflict. Evening Standard · Apr 1
Food inflation to hit 5.7% as suppliers can ‘no longer absorb’ costs, FDF warns The Food and Drink Federation (FDF) said current prices were “steeper than anything in recent decades”. Evening Standard · Sep 14, 2025
UK government dropped health push after lobbying by ultra-processed food firms Exclusive: Guardian investigation reveals guidance for retailers in England changed in 2023 after campaign by global food firms The Guardian - UK · May 17, 2025
Food trade bodies consider legal action over post-Brexit ‘not for EU’ labelling Producers say the labelling could add £250m a year to their costs, further fuelling inflation The Guardian - UK · Feb 29, 2024