All Legislation articles – Page 4
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Scotland’s takeaway delay a ‘bitter blow’ for bakers
Bakers in Scotland have reacted at dismay to the government’s plan to ease takeaway restrictions from 26 April despite non-essential services re-opening at the start of the month
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Baking industry reacts to Rishi Sunak’s 2021 budget
An extension to the furlough scheme to September and additional support for work placements have been welcomed by the baking industry
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Consultation could open door to gene edited crops
The government will seek input from the food sector on changing the law to allow the scientific process previously restricted by the EU
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Bakery trade bodies warn of challenges amid third lockdown
The restrictions are a ‘bitter blow’ for members, according to Scottish Bakers, as the Federation of Bakers urges the public not to panic buy
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Industry responds to unhealthy online adverts consultation
The Food and Drink Federation said that it is pulling out all the stops to prepare a detailed response to the government’s consultation
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Bakery trade bodies react to second lockdown
The Craft Bakers Association says the new restrictions will present challenges while the Federation of Bakers has urged the public not to panic buy as it is confident products will be supplied as usual
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Real Bread Campaign renews government lobby efforts
The Real Bread Campaign has written to George Eustice asking Defra to provide a timescale and plan for a review of loaf labelling and marketing laws, which it has dubbed the Honest Crust Act
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Bakers join Marcus Rashford in fight to end child food poverty
Hovis and General Mills are among the latest businesses to join the task force, while some bakers have taken matters into their own hands to feed children in their local communities
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Defra outlines post-Brexit PGI rules for food and drink
Cornish pasties and Melton Mowbray pork pies will be among the products to carry new logos to ‘help shoppers buy with confidence’, according to Defra
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Government ban on unhealthy food adverts is ‘punishing blow’
Food & Drink Federation says restrictions will increase the price of food and reduce consumer choice, while threatening jobs and innovation.
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Trade fear as policy closes door on low-skilled labour
A new system to “end the reliance on cheap, low-skilled labour coming into the country” has come under fire from trade groups.
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How can the food industry benefit most from Brexit?
Food and drink groups have put forward recommendations for trade negotiations after the UK leaves the European Union.
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FSA consults on guidance for allergen labelling
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has launched a six-week consultation on the implementation of upcoming allergen labelling legislation.
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Product News
Details of sourdough code of practice plan revealed
Proposals designed to define labelling and marketing terms for sourdough have been presented for discussion with the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra).
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Opinion
Is your workforce ready for a no-deal Brexit?
Kate Palmer, associate director of advisory at law firm Peninsula Group, gives advice on preparations employers can make ahead of Brexit
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Ban eating on buses and trains, urges obesity report
Calorie caps on all out-of-home food and a ban on eating on public transport are among a series of suggestions by the former Chief Medical Officer to reduce childhood obesity.
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Pret full ingredient labelling in place from this week
Pret A Manger is to have full ingredient labels on all freshly made products by the end of the week.
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‘Gay cake’ legal row going to Court of Human Rights
A customer whose request for a cake supporting gay marriage was refused is taking his case to the European Court of Human Rights.
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Minimum salary thresholds for migrants to be reviewed
Post-Brexit immigration plans that sparked fears of a further shortage of low-skilled staff are to be reviewed following intervention by home secretary Sajid Javid.
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Product News
Natasha’s Law: reactions to new labelling legislation
Environment Secretary Michael Gove has announced the introduction of a new law that makes full ingredient labelling mandatory on all pre-packed food.