All Government policy articles – Page 107
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Comment & OpinionNow is the time to make food production an economic priority
Home-produced British food must remain available to all budgets, while also allowing British farmers to play a full role in Britain’s economic future, says NFU president Minette Batters
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NewsNFU accuses government of 'failing' on drought measures
The organisation has hit out at Defra for the “little government action” it has taken since the drought, despite commitments by environment secretary Michael Gove
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NewsDefra launches review into future of the AHDB
The 10-week review will consult industry and ‘examine the continuing need for AHDB and the statutory levy’
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Comment & OpinionPlans for a HFSS promo ban will have enormous implications
The wording of the plan so far has been incredibly vague
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NewsSingle-use plastic bag charge to be extended and increased
Businesses with fewer than 250 employees will no longer be exempt from the charge…
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NewsFDF figures show UK 'outshone' by rivals in non-EU exports
Figures also point to UK’s huge reliance on exports to the EU
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Comment & OpinionA 10p plastic bag tax? Industry is way ahead of ministers here
Some are said to be concerned that the move looks like profiteering
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NewsPlastic bag tax set to rise to 10p for all retailers
Plastic bag sales in England’s biggest seven supermarkets have dropped by nearly 90% since 5p charge introduction
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News'Back door' food promotions clampdown slammed by industry
Government is expected to add a promotions ban to the existing Food Safety Act
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Comment & OpinionRaab reassures but with 'no deal' there are no guarantees
This week’s technical notices provide little to calm nerves and help businesses prepare for ‘no deal’
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NewsOrganic food suppliers 'face EU export ban' in no deal Brexit
Defra said it was determined to help organic producers flourish in the event of a no deal
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NewsIndustry leaders call for 'urgent clarity' over exports plans
The response comes to a new government export strategy that was unveiled this week
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NewsSingle-use plastic tax gets 'overwhelming' support
Chancellor Philip Hammond said there had been an “extraordinary” level of backing for fiscal measures, after the Treasury
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Analysis & FeaturesCan government deliver an 'Amazon tax'? Is it needed?
Philip Hammond is reportedly looking into a tax that targets online companies. What would the impact be on UK retail?
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NewsRetailers call on chancellor to freeze business rates
Latest CPI figures means retailers are facing a near £200m rates hike
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NewsNew Japanese trade deal 'positive' for EU
European food & drink brands stand to reap huge benefits from the EU-Japan Economic Partnership Agreement
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Comment & OpinionSensationalist reporting about the ‘dangers of red meat’ must stop now
It’s not the first time we’ve heard calls for health warnings on red meat, but it’s surprising to hear it from someone advising government
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NewsCan industry stockpile food supplies in a no deal Brexit?
Dominic Raab has said the government would ensure “there is adequate food supply” if the UK crashed out of the European Union without a trade agreement
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NewsBiscuit and cake makers failing to cut sugar, finds report
Action on Sugar is calling for mandatory regulations on sugar levels
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Comment & OpinionWith ministers’ minds elsewhere, industry is leading the way on recycling
With the government distracted by impending Brexitageddon, an ocean of discarded drink bottles is unlikely to be front of ministers’ minds