Archive of all news articles – Page 392
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FSA looks to standardise allergen labelling to improve consumer confidence
The agency said it would be improving precautionary allergen labelling (PAL) through a more standardised approach
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Morrisons group commercial director Andy Atkinson to leave
The move will see chief operating officer Trevor Strain take direct control over the Morrisons commercial team
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Freshways to hit ‘landmark’ 50p per litre milk price by September
The mid-market milk processor said its move would stimulate farmers to ’to produce the milk we need’
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Greenall’s expands flavoured gin line-up with Tropical Fruits flavour
The 37.5% abv drink contains a blend of mango, passion fruit, pineapple, and orange
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Rococo Chocolates rescued in £100k pre-pack deal by Gruppo Illy company
Established on the King’s Road in London in 1983 by Chantal Coady, Rococo struggled to cope during the pandemic, despite a significant increase in online sales throughout lockdown.
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Poundland sets sights on London for its Local convenience format
The format is smaller than a typical Poundland, with a range catering for the convenience shopper
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Iceland selling range of essentials for 1p each, including bread and milk
The online-only deals also cover summer food lines
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Caterforce appoints Tracy Fisher as new group marketing manager
Fisher has spent 25 years in strategic and tactical marketing, holding senior positions at businesses including the Co-op and SSP
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Snappy Shopper COO Mark Steven exits business
Steven joined as CEO in March 2019 prior to seed funding, before becoming group COO in April 2021
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Aldi to support future Olympic and Paralympic athletes
The discounter will provide financial support for 20 young athletes as they work towards becoming an Olympian or Paralympian
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UK retailers lose £18m in sales due to out-of-stock cooking oils
According to NielsenIQ, 4% of all fmcg products have been out of stock for four days since the beginning of 2022
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City Snapshot: ABF sales soar on food price increases and Primark reopening
Group revenues at ABF increased 32% to £4bn as all Primark stores reopened following the ending of lockdown restrictions and it hiked prices in its grocery and ingredients divisions. Plus, Deliveroo appoints a new CFO.
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Media Bites 20 June: Boots, Tesco, Asda
The protracted auction of Boots is at risk of falling apart as debt markets seize up and buyers grow nervy amid a consumer downturn
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City News: WH Smith buoyed by boosted airport sales as travel sector rebounds
WH Smith shares were buoyed by sales surpassing 2019 levels for the first time since the start of the pandemic
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M&S calls for changes to government’s Apprenticeship Levy to tackle labour shortages
Operations director Sacha Berendji criticised the programme’s ‘one size fits all’ approach
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Mars Food recalls Dolmio pasta sauces due to traces of soy
According to the Food Standards Agency, the products were ‘a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to soya’
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Customer service and store standards slump at supermarkets as supply chain crisis hits home
There was no change in the winners of the 2022 Grocer 33 awards for price, service and availability, but our annual review reflects significant disruption
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Little Cooks kicks off £750k funding drive to back ‘HelloFresh for kids’ concept
The business, founded by Helen Burgess in 2017, will use the funds to grow beyond its monthly subscription boxes of home baking and cooking kits, which are designed to help children and parents engage with healthy eating.
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Smirnoff bolsters flavoured vodka line-up with Berry Burst
The NPD is billed as a ‘bold coloured liquid’ featuring ‘natural flavours of blueberries and blackberries’ combined with Smirnoff No 21 vodka