Government figures report decline in food and drink sales during July
According to the Office for National Statistics (ONS), food stores experienced a decline in sales volumes of 2.6% in July 2023. Retailers have attributed this...
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Scottish government questioned on environmental review approach in light of vaping effects on the body
The Scottish government recently commissioned a review on vaping, which was prepared by Zero Waste Scotland and Dr Dominic Hogg of Equanimator. The review put...
The Local Government Association Urges Complete Prohibition of Single Use Vapes
The Local Government Association (LGA), which represents councils in England and Wales, is urging the government to implement a ban on the sale and manufacture...
ACS supports stricter government regulation for energy suppliers
In response to the consultation, the Association of Convenience Stores (ACS) has emphasized the need for stricter regulation of energy suppliers. The ACS believes that...
Call for UK government to reassess trade agreement permitting battery cage eggs
The government’s decision to overlook industry warnings regarding the import of eggs is causing concern among representatives. This agreement allows for the importation of eggs...
Government Urged by WSTA to Abandon Alcohol Tax Increases
The Wine and Spirit Trade Association (WSTA) has expressed concerns over the government’s fiscal policies, stating that they have failed to control inflation. This apprehension...
ASH calls for government accountability regarding ‘years of inaction on vaping’
The charity will present its top 3 recommendations to the government, aiming to address the concerns surrounding vaping among children. Firstly, the charity proposes imposing...
Meal deals to exclude ‘unhealthy products’ as Welsh government plans ban
The Welsh government is set to introduce new legislation in the Senedd next year, with the aim of it becoming law in 2025. This initiative...
Ban on multibuy HFSS deals delayed by government
Jun 20, 2023 Prime Minister Rishi Sunak. The Government will delay the implementation of its ban on multibuy deals on foods high in fat, salt,...
Danone advocates for the Government to raise taxes on HFSS food.
Global manufacturer Danone is calling on the UK Government to implement higher taxes on foods that contain an excessive amount of fat, sugar, and salt...