Archives for February 17, 2020

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Unions call off strike action at Allied Bakeries NI

Unions call off strike action at Allied Bakeries NI

By Gwen Ridler

Members of the Bakers, Food and Allied Workers Union (BFAWU) and Unite have called off strike action at Allied Bakeries’ Northern Ireland factory, after agreeing to engage in discussions with management over pay.

Is your business recall ready?

Is your business recall ready?

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Food and drink recalls can cost a manufacturer dearly – both financially and in terms of reputational damage. We identify some of the main factors contributing to a recall and the best approach to defend your business successfully against such incidents

Food prices to rise with Brexit border friction

Food prices to rise with Brexit border friction

By Gwen Ridler

The UK will be at risk of higher food prices, reduced supply of short shelf-life goods and a lack of choice as a result of border friction with the EU, according to the British Retail Consortium (BRC).

New £13m line opens at Coleford Lucozade factory

New £13m line opens at Coleford Lucozade factory

By Gwen Ridler

Lucozade Ribena Suntory has opened a new £13m energy and water-efficient line at its Coleford, Gloucestershire factory in a bid to meet demand and cut down on its impact on the environment.