Scotbeef strike called off by union
Strike action has been called off at meat firm Scotbeef, after a new round of talks between the Union of Shop, Distributive and Allied Workers (Usdaw) and the company.
Archives for December 20, 2017
Food factory worker is suspected slavery victim
A food processing worker in the Manchester area has been identified as a suspected victim of modern slavery, after concerns were raised by factory supervisors.
Coca-Cola sets higher green targets
A new sustainability action plan covering drinks, packaging and society has been jointly launched by The Coca-Cola Company in western Europe and Coca-Cola European Partners (CCEP), in a move that is claimed to be the first initiative of its kind.
2 Sisters slams new claims of poor production standards
2 Sisters Food Group has hit back at new claims of poor production standards made by The Guardian and ITV News, linked to the manufacturer’s Coupar Angus chicken factory in Scotland.
Tyrrells owner acquired by Hershey in $1.6bn deal
Amplify Snack Brands, owner of UK crisp manufacturer Tyrrells, has been acquired by US confectionery giant Hershey, in a deal worth about $1.6bn (£1.2bn).
Morrisons makes senior appointment
Morrisons has appointed Unilever’s Refreshment division president Kevin Havelock as a non-executive director, effective from February next year.
Nichols posts UK sales growth as Yemen conflict hits profits
Soft drinks manufacturer Nichols predicted a 9% boost in sales for its Vimto brand in its trading update for the year ending December 31 2017, but warned conflict in Yemen was damaging profits.