Tulip to axe 218 jobs at Birkenhead plant
Leading pork producer Tulip is to close its Tranfoods Abbey Street site in Birkenhead with the loss of 218 jobs.
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Robert Wiseman confirms Muller takeover talks
Dairy giant Robert Wiseman has confirmed that it is subject to a takeover bid by German firm Müller Dairy following a rise in the firm’s share price.
Processed meat ‘boosts pancreatic cancer risk'
Eating processed meat, including bacon and sausages, has been linked to a 10% increase in the risk of pancreatic cancer, according to new research from Sweden.
Union 'disgusted' by job cuts at Tradeteam plant
Drink distributor Tradeteam's decision to cut 128 jobs at its Hams Hall, Warwickshire plant has left employees “disgusted”, according to Unite the union.
Cancer scare unlikely to affect bacon and red meat sales
Recent research linking an increased risk of pancreatic cancer with sausages and other processed and red meats is unlikely to hit sales, according to informed industry insiders.
Ferrero Group appoints new md
Confectionery firm Ferrero Group has appointed Pieraldo Oldano as the new md of Ferrero UK & Ireland.