All Legislation articles – Page 5
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NewsEight in 10 businesses feel unprepared for Natasha’s Law
A study commissioned by GS1 shows many food business owners feel unprepared for the new legislation coming into force next month
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NewsSalt and sugar tax proposals met with mixed reaction
Industry figures and campaigners react to the National Food Strategy’s call for a reformulation levy on processed food
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NewsFSA unveils hub to help businesses comply with Natasha’s Law
The Food Standards Agency has published practical guidance on allergen labelling for pre-packed for direct sale (PPDS) foods ahead of the law coming into force on 1 October 2021
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NewsNational Food Strategy recommends sugar and salt tax
The independent review, set up to advise the UK government, has also proposed mandatory reporting for food companies with over 250 employees
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NewsDriver crisis could wreck supply chain, warns Bakers Basco
Paul Empson, general manager for the bread basket supplier, has called for government intervention to solve the shortage of HGV drivers before problems worsen
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NewsBaking industry reacts to HFSS advertising ban
Trade bodies have expressed their dismay at the advertising ban on food high in fat, salt and sugar, as some say it ticks political boxes but hammers businesses in the process
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NewsCakes and biscuits in firing line as HFSS advert ban confirmed
Cakes, biscuits, morning goods, pizza, and sandwiches are among the products which could be subject to new TV and advertising restrictions
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AnalysisIs the food-to-go sector ready for Natasha’s Law?
With full ingredients labelling for pre-packed for direct sale food becoming compulsory on 1 October, we explore the steps the industry has taken to ensure compliance with the new legislation
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NewsFederation of Bakers 2021 annual report: what you need to know
Here are some snippets from the trade body’s summary of its activities over the last year that caught the eye of British Baker
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NewsScottish Bakers calls for sector support ahead of election
The trade body has launched its own ‘manifesto’ ahead of the Scottish elections next month, outlining what it sees as the key issues in the sector
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NewsScotland’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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NewsBaking 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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NewsConsultation 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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NewsBakery 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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NewsIndustry 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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NewsBakery 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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NewsReal 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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NewsBakers 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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NewsDefra 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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NewsGovernment 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.