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Spirits trade suffering in escalating transatlantic tariff war
A back and forth battle of tariffs has seen exports of spirits and wine plummet on both sides of the Atlantic, while coalition demands a rethink.
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As the clock ticks past the 11th hour, how secure is the UK food supply?
With Brexit on the horizon, Professor Chris Elliott questions the resilience of the UK’s food supply.
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An interview with a Master Sommelier
New Food Advisory Board member, Jaclyn Bowen, speaks to Brett Zimmerman, a Master Sommelier, about his efforts to champion diversity and sustainability in alcoholic beverage production, and the trends he’s witnessing in the wake of Covid.
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Something’s brewing
Work during Covid-19 had been an intense and unpredictable period for the brewing industry. Here, Mecca Ibrahim speaks to several brewers about their experiences – good and bad.
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Marks and Spencer to launch new “Book and Shop” service
M&S bosses hope its new queue-jumping service 'Book and Shop' will restore confidence in customers amid a new winter lockdown.
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Highest ever attendance at Regional Conference for Europe
This year’s Regional Conference for Europe, hosted by Uzbekistan, received its highest ever attendance when it gathered to discuss new and persisting challenges.
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Perishable food must be prioritised at ports, says BMPA
The £8.7 billion trade in meat, the bulk of which currently flows seamlessly to and from the EU and keeps the just-in-time food supply chain moving, is about to run into a huge brick wall.
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Copa-Cogeca praises fruit and veg sector for handling first wave, but Brits still worried
Copa-Cogeca has commended the fruit and vegetable sector for its efforts during the first wave of COVID-19, but a survey has highlighted that the British public aren't convinced the UK food sector can handle a second wave.
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Has kitchen hinching become unsafe?
Environmental health and safety expert, Kirstie Jones warns that 'hinching', coupled with the pandemic's influence could mean consumers are employing dangerous cleaning techniques.
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Henry Dimbleby calls out UK Government on food voucher scheme
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As Covid pushes more family into poverty, Henry Dimbleby criticises the UK Government on its recent decision around free food schemes and urges it to act now to stop disadvantaged children from going hungry.
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New Food Issue #5 2020
Issue 5 2020 of New Food is available to read online, featuring stories on food safety, brewing & beverages, ingredients and our Cannabis Testing Supplement...
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What have we learned about the virus, so far?
As the pandemic has progressed, so too has our understanding of the COVID-19 virus; influencing the guidance on transmission prevention measures such as face masks, social distancing, hand washing and disinfection. Here is the current understanding.
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FSA calls for more funding for local authorities to ensure safe food for UK
New Food summaries some of the key points of Emily Miles’ speech at the CIEH food safety conference, which highlighted significant funding challenges for local authorities.
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Hundreds of Bernard Matthews workers quarantine following covid outbreak
Following a round of precautionary testing, the well-known turkey supplier has discovered that two of its facilities have been impacted by covid, forcing late-shift workers into isolation.
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Government increases support for hospitality – but is it enough?
Industry has welcomed additional Government support for UK hospitality, but SIBA says small breweries are being left out.
