Dr Clive Black
ArticleThe UK Government needs to value its food system
Dr Clive Black, Vice Chairman of Shore Capital Markets, delivers a blunt assessment of the UK Government’s failure to value its food system, warning that without serious change in policy and mindset, Britain risks undermining its own food security.
ArticleUnderstanding rising British food prices
Rising UK food prices in 2025 aren’t down to imports or commodities – they’re the result of Labour Government policies hitting working families and the grocery sector. Dr Clive Black unpicks the causes and long-term impact.
ArticleUK food policy – let's discuss
There is no time to waste in turning the tide on the UK’s failing food system, as Dr Clive Black, former Head of Food Policy at the NFU, asserts in his ongoing call for a Minister for the Food System.
ArticleDr Clive Black: time for DEFRA's disbandment
In this powerful opinion piece, Dr Clive Black, Vice Chairman of Shore Capital Markets, argues that DEFRA is no longer fit for purpose and must be dismantled.
ArticleHow can the UK become thinner or less fat?
Forget Whitehall's ineffective policies and bureaucratic 'guff'. Britain's obesity crisis demands common sense: honest conversations about diet, sensible eating and active lifestyles. It's time to ditch the red tape and empower the public to make healthier choices. — Dr Clive Black, Vice Chairman of Shore Capital Markets and former Head ...
ArticleOn food security the UK State is a joke
It could be argued that Clive Black is not entirely happy with the UK Government’s efforts to improve the food industry…
ArticlePerpetuating a cost-of-living challenge
Clive Black examines the consequences of Rachel Reeves' Budget on the UK food system, warning of higher food prices, reduced consumer choice, and a challenging road ahead for businesses and households alike.
ArticleAn insult to the UK food trade
The UK has a very capable food industry from farm to fork; one of the best in the world, of which its society should be duly proud. But Dr Clive Black believes it’s not getting the support it deserves…
ArticleGrub forgotten
Dr Clive Black reflects on the plight of the UK food industry and its ever stymied position at the back of the priority queue.
ArticleDon't forget the grub!
Dr Clive Black from Shore Capital Markets reflects on the imperative for the agrifood sector to push its way to the top of the new UK Government’s agenda.
ArticleTime for a UK food system industrial policy was yesterday, let’s press on!
Here, Dr Clive Black discusses the challenges the new Labour Government faces in addressing economic growth and food security in the UK. He argues for a more coordinated approach to the UK food system, proposing the creation of a dedicated Minister to oversee its evolution in a way that benefits ...
ArticleHow will the 2024 U.S. presidential election impact UK food security?
Here, Dr Clive Black considers how the outcome of the 2024 U.S. presidential election may impact food security across the UK, and offers his thoughts on the potential changes and challenges that the new Labour government may face.
ArticleIs now the time for a UK food policy reform?
Here, Dr Clive Black advocates for a comprehensive UK food system overhaul, emphasising the need for coordinated government strategy when it comes to food policy.
ArticleThe case for a UK Minister for the Food System
Clive Black calls for a Minister of the Food System, as he claims that the current structure in the UK Government isn't working for food.
ArticleJeremy and the food system: The Autumn Statement's impact on F&B
Clive Black explains what tax breaks, bussiness rate hikes and potentially inflationary measures in announced in the recent Autumn Statement mean for the food and beverage industry.
ArticleThe MPC's inflation balancing act: challenges and critiques
Dr Clive Black explains his stance on the British Monetary Policy Committee and discusses inflation's impact on food and society including lessons learned, challenges faced, and future imperatives.