FDF Reveals Shortlist for 2026 Industry Awards
The Food and Drink Federation (FDF) has announced the contenders for its 2026 Industry Awards, highlighting a diverse range of the UK’s most determined manufacturers,...
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FDF: Overhaul of Nutrient Profiling Model Poses Risk to UK Food Manufacturing
A notable gap has arisen between governmental regulatory evaluations and the actual economic conditions of the UK’s food industry. Recent findings from Oxford Economics indicate...
FDF Scotland Introduces Reformulation Funding for Manufacturers
The Food and Drink Federation (FDF) Scotland has initiated a funding opportunity aimed at assisting Scottish food and beverage producers as they gear up for...
FDF Applauds Commitment to Create Legislation for Mass Balance Accounting in Recycling
This change signifies that companies utilizing mechanically or chemically recycled plastic will benefit from reduced liabilities under the plastic packaging tax. As the push for...
Leadership Changes at FDF Scotland
James Macsween, managing director of Macsween of Edinburgh, has been appointed as the new Chair of FDF Scotland. He succeeds Jim Fox, head of public...
FDF Welcomes Accurate Data on Illustrative Base Fees from Defra
In late December, Defra unveiled updated illustrative base fees for EPR, providing a definitive figure instead of a range. The Food and Drink Federation (FDF)...
FDF Calls on Government to Support Businesses in Product Reformulation Efforts
The Food and Drink Federation (FDF) urges the Government to enhance financial support for smaller businesses focused on healthier product innovation. In a recent report,...
FDF Embraces Packaging Tax Accounting, While Beverage Industry Opposes Levy on Non-Draft Alcohol
Jim Bligh, director of corporate affairs and packaging, expressed that HMRC’s decision is commendable. He particularly praised the Chancellor’s commitment to a consistent, long-term strategy...
Scottish food manufacturers to receive £50k in funding from FDF Scotland
FDF Scotland has announced the launch of the Reformul8 Challenge Fund, which aims to support Scottish food manufacturers in creating healthier food options. The fund,...
FDF asserts that UK food industry’s economic growth is hampered by labor shortages
In the past year, the Food and Drink Federation (FDF) has conducted an analysis revealing that labour shortages have resulted in an estimated loss of...