Wales Begins Aligning DRS with UK-Wide Scheme
Huw Irranca-Davies, Deputy First Minister and Cabinet Secretary for Climate Change and Rural Affairs in Wales, has acknowledged the industry’s concerns regarding the risks arising...
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6.5 Million Co-op Members’ Data Compromised in Cyberattack
During a recent BBC appearance, Co-op chief executive Shirine Khoury-Haq confirmed that hackers accessed member data, including names, addresses, and contact information, during the cyber...
Wales Aligns Deposit Return Scheme Launch Date with the Rest of the UK
Wales withdrew from the UK-wide DRS process in November 2024, partially due to the exclusion of glass. The Welsh Government has now committed to implementing...
Co-op Ceases Trading with Israel Following AGM Member Vote
The Co-op has announced a significant update to its sourcing policy, aimed at enhancing ethical standards across its supply chain. This decision aligns with the...
Scotland to Harmonize HFSS Regulations with England and Wales
In 2024, the Scottish Government will initiate regulations aimed at restricting promotions of foods and drinks high in fat, sugar, or salt (HFSS). These new...
Drip Water Secures £4 Million Investment to Expand into the Middle East
Raya Holdings, spearheaded by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Sultan Bin Khalifa Al Nahyan, has made a significant investment in Drip Water, elevating the company’s...
Co-op Unveils £820,000 Fund to Support British Farmers
The fund will be allocated to reward farmers who actively work to reduce carbon emissions and enhance biodiversity on their farms. Through two upcoming projects,...
Welsh Government Decides to Withdraw from UK-Wide Deposit Return Scheme
A significant challenge has been the Welsh government’s insistence on incorporating glass into the Deposit Return Scheme (DRS). This commitment reflects a broader strategy targeting...
Wales Food and Drink to Hold Conference on Sustainable Practices
Wales is set to host its inaugural food and drink sustainability conference on Wednesday, July 3rd at the All Nations Centre in Cardiff. This event...
New Board Members Appointed by Food and Drink Wales
Food and Drink Wales has made an announcement regarding its industry board, appointing six new members to join its ranks. These individuals will be working...