Food and drink firms invited to join CBI’s Manufacturing Council
UK food and drink manufacturers have been invited to form part of a new Manufacturing Council being set up by the Confederation of British Industry (CBI).
Archives for September 19, 2017
Pacific tuna fishing rates ‘unsustainable’: wildlife body
Governments have been urged to agree on long-term conservation and management measures to protect threatened eastern Pacific tuna.
Food firms ‘are not ready for data protection rules’
Food and drink manufacturers are being urged to prepare for a major overhaul of data protection laws, after a survey found more than two-thirds of key business personnel had not received any training ahead of its introduction next May.
Sweetdreams’ £500k new factory to create jobs
Confectionery manufacturer Sweetdreams has invested £500,000 in a new factory, with plans to create new jobs across a variety of roles.
Cadbury pay deal welcomed by Unite
Cadbury UK’s new pay deal, designed to counter the rising cost of inflation, has been welcomed by Unite, the union.
Müller reveals £100M investment plan
Dairy processor Müller is to invest £100M in its UK yogurt and desserts business over the next three years, with plans to upgrade capacity and capabilities at its three sites in Shropshire.
Tulip workers consider strike action after pay row
Staff at Tulip’s Coalville site are considering strike action, after senior management refused a pay rise, claimed the Bakers, Food and Allied Workers Union’s (BFAWU’s) regional officer.
FMEAs 2017
Food Manufacture Excellence Awards 2017 shortlist
Welcome to the Food Manufacture Excellence Awards 2017 shortlist, showcasing the achievements of the 60-plus food and drink manufacturers and individuals, some of whom will win one or more manufacturing Oscars at our gala awards evening at the London...
Start-up partnerships with big firms to grow: Unilever
Food and drink industry partnerships between start-ups and large firms will continue to grow, according to a new report from Unilever.