All UK & Ireland articles
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NewsIllegal ‘smokies’ trader pleads guilty in major NFCU case
An NFCU investigation has led to a guilty plea in a major illegal smokies case involving unsafe meat entering the UK food supply chain.
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ReportScaling Biotechnology and Novel Foods: inside the industrial reality of food innovation
New food technologies are advancing rapidly but scaling them remains the industry’s defining challenge. The Scaling Biotechnology and Novel Foods report explores whow to turn promising science into industrial reality.
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NewsFSA report highlights future food technologies set to reshape UK diets by 2035
FSA and FSS report identifies emerging food technologies likely to reach UK consumers within a decade, signalling regulatory priorities ahead.
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NewsAston University and Mondelēz launch flavour filtration research partnership
New research partnership aims to develop membrane filtration technologies that enhance flavours, aromas and nutrients in food products.
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NewsCounterfeit wine and prosecco worth £500k seized in NFCU alcohol fraud investigation
FSA’s National Food Crime Unit seizes 67,000 counterfeit bottles and arrests suspect in major operation targeting fraudulent wine imports.
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NewsDefra urges food and farming businesses to prepare for EU SPS trade deal
UK Government urges food and farming businesses to prepare for UK-EU SPS agreement aimed at cutting red tape and boosting trade.
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NewsNSF launches tiered UK food auditing service to support hygiene compliance
NSF unveils three-tier auditing programme to help UK hospitality and retail operators improve hygiene, manage risk and meet evolving regulations.
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NewsEU agrees ban on dozens of meaty names for plant-based foods
EU negotiators agree restrictions on animal-related names for plant-based foods, preserving “burger” and “sausage” but banning dozens of others.
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NewsGovernment launches consultation on statutory guidance to improve allergy safety in schools
Proposals would require schools to stock adrenaline injectors, train staff and implement allergy policies, strengthening safety across the school food system.
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OpinionThe US–Iran conflict: the latest stress test for UK food security
Professor Chris Elliott reflects on the impact of the evolving war in the middle east to UK food security, reaffirming his belief that urgent policy action is needed to prioritise the longevity of our food system.
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NewsNearly one in five flagged food imports bypass Dover biosecurity checks
DEFRA data shows flagged meat and plant consignments skipping UK border inspections, raising disease risks for livestock, crops and food supply chains.
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NewsBezos Centre Conference 2026: "No Plan B" without alternative protein price parity
In his keynote, GFI President Bruce Friedrich told the Bezos Centre for Sustainable Protein 2026 Conference that meat demand will rise unless alternative proteins reach price and taste parity.
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NewsUK beef hits US shelves tariff-free for the first time, cutting export costs for British businesses
The first tariff-free shipment of UK beef has arrived in the US, cutting export costs and unlocking a £70 million trade opportunity for British farmers and food producers.
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NewsWaitrose suspends mackerel sourcing over overfishing sustainability concerns
Retailer halts North East Atlantic mackerel sourcing from April 2026 over overfishing concerns, introducing alternative sustainable seafood products instead.
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NewsOver 100 organisations demand landmark UK Good Food Bill
Retailers, manufacturers and NGOs unite behind urgent legislation to secure food security, public health and long-term resilience across the UK food system.
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NewsGovernment backs farmers with £345 million productivity and innovation funding
Government unveils major funding package accelerating farm innovation, productivity and resilience to strengthen profitability and support more affordable food long term.
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NewsTate & Lyle and Manus launch Yume stevia sweetener brand
New Yume stevia sweetener brand promises scalable sugar reduction, secure supply and strong taste performance for global food and drink manufacturers.
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NewsBia Analytical launches Cocoa Consortium to strengthen fraud detection and transparency
New initiative aims to improve cocoa supply chain transparency amid sustained market volatility and authenticity risks.
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NewsMorrisons strengthens British food production with £1.6bn farming investment
Retailer commits £1.6 billion investment in 2026 to support UK farmers, strengthen long-term supply partnerships and secure resilient domestic food production.
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NewsPlant-based food demand returns to growth amid scratch cooking surge
Rising demand for protein and fibre-rich vegetable-led meals boosts plant-based sales, as UK shoppers seek healthier, natural foods and cooking control.