Leading pub, hospitality and brewing bodies have said they are “deeply concerned” about the cost and impact of EPR, and Defra’s lack of progress to solve the issue. In a letter to the Prime Minister and Chancellor, the coalition said it does not believe Defra has given “due regard” to the economic impact of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) on investment and growth in the UK. It also said that, as a result, the department’s efforts to alleviate these issues have been “deprioritised”. The coalition has made an appeal to the Prime Minister and Treasury to delay the introduction of EPR…
Author: Lucy Contrino
Dairy Crest Limited, trading as Saputo Dairy UK, is proud and delighted to have been granted a Royal Warrant from His Majesty The King, having previously held a Royal Warrant from Her late Majesty The Queen for more than 20 years. Commenting on the grant, Steve Douglas, President & Chief Operating Officer of Saputo Dairy UK, said, “We are incredibly honoured to have been granted a Warrant from His Majesty The King. It is the ultimate seal of approval for the quality, consistency and provenance of our Cathedral City, Davidstow and Country Life brands. “The Royal Warrant is truly valued by our employees, supplying…
This May half term, kids eat free at F1® Arcade Birmingham; the perfect way to fuel a day of fun. From Monday 26th May to Friday 30th May, kids aged 12 and under can enjoy a free breakfast (10am–12pm) or a free main meal with the purchase of an adult meal. Scrummy morning bites include fluffy buttermilk pancakes and sausage brioche rolls; later in the day, little ones can indulge in favourites such as pizza, tenders, and burgers. Whether you’re fuelling up for some friendly competition or just popping in for a bite, it’s a brilliant way to keep the…
Channel 4’s Meal Deals: Behind the Bargain series features Xampla’s plastic-free Morro™ materials (May 26th, 20:00) · British actor and TV show host Joe Swash explores biodegradable Morro™ Coating as a plastic-free and PFAS-free alternative for food packaging · Xampla showcases plastic-free solutions for UK’s 600 million annual pre-packed sandwiches Channel 4 shines a light on the environmental impact of the nation’s obsession with Meal Deals and showcases a revolutionary plastic-free alternative. For a new two-part documentary, Meal Deals: Behind the Bargain, produced by Manchester-based Purple Productions, TV presenter Joe Swash went behind the scenes at materials innovation company Xampla to see how they offer a solution…
Sierra Tequila is delighted to announce the launch of its delicious range of ready-to-drink Margaritas in the UK. The ‘bar quality’ Margaritas have launched in two flavours, Strawberry and Lime. With the demand for high-quality, convenient cocktails on the rise, Sierra’s first ready-to-drink products have arrived in time for summer and outdoor drinking occasions. The Sierra Margarita cans are available in convenience stores throughout the UK, as well as online via Amazon and will be rolling out to other retailers in the coming months including Aldi and Lidl this summer. Sierra Tequila is the UK’s best selling Tequila* and is owned by…
Wasabi, the leading Sushi and Bento restaurant group, known for its vibrant, freshly prepared Japanese food, is bringing an exciting twist to the table this summer, launching its brand-new menu. Forget your usual choice of meal, as this season Wasabi invites customers on a culinary journey, the Omakase way. Translating to “I’ll leave it up to you” in Japanese, the new Omakase experience invites consumers to enjoy a curated journey of seven tasting elements, crafted to take you on a flavour adventure. Perfect for both sushi enthusiasts and those new to Japanese cuisine, the box is designed to be enjoyed…
Responding to the latest Company Insolvency statistics covering April 2025 published this morning by the Insolvency Service Sarah Rayment, Global Co-Head of Restructuring, Kroll: “While there have been understandable concerns from businesses about the effect of higher employment costs on growth and indeed survival, for now, we are not seeing a surge in company administrations, which typically affect mid-sized and larger businesses. “What’s interesting is that when you dig into the numbers, there is distress across retail as well as leisure and hospitality. Both of which are struggling to deal and plan for the NICs hike and increased minimum wage. Poundland is the…
A new study of innovative, grassroots food projects in cities across the world – filling the gap left by insufficient state support for those in food insecurity – suggests that they provide more dignity and choice than standard foodbank models. The projects all made efforts to replicate a regular shopping experience and to cater for diverse, local need. The research, by the Institute of Development Studies and the Food Equity Centre, indicates that the grassroots projects – often run informally – respond to food access problems in their communities and could provide a better alternative to food banks, which has been the dominant answer to…
Oxford’s newest boutique hotel, The Store, is celebrating a landmark achievement after its house London Dry Gin was crowned Best in Country at the prestigious World Gin Awards. The accolade positions The Store at the forefront of a new hospitality movement – where craft, provenance and exclusivity are reshaping what guests expect from their glass. The gin is also shortlisted for The World’s Best London Dry Gin, with judging to take place later this month. The winner will be announced on the 4th June. Produced in partnership with the award-winning Hawkridge Distillers, The Store Gin is a bold, refined expression designed exclusively for the…
This summer, tinned fish is having a moment. Whether you think of it as a pantry stable, a culinary comeback, or your new weeknight secret weapon, tinned fish is strong in Omega-3, full of flavour, and enormously versatile. The Tinned Fish Market is leading the charge with sustainably sourced tins that bring bold flavour and effortless elegance to the table. To show how adaptable, chic, and scrummy tinned fish can be, The Tinned Fish Market has developed 5 quick and easy ways to appreciate tinned fish. These dishes are deal for hosting friends on summer evenings, or weeknight dinners. Cod in Galician sauce becomes a silky, spicy pasta base when blended with…