Public Health England

Rogues calorie

In assessing the healthiness of product portfolios using food sales and nutrient composition data, new research shines a spotlight on changes over time in the nutritional quality of food and drink products from the UKs largest food and beverage companies.

FDF urges UK government to revisit promotional restrictions on unhealthy foods

The Food and Drink Federation has expressed deep concern that proposals risk hindering progress with voluntary reformulation.

Business news, Regulatory

Faster and more robust action is needed to consume less sugar, says PHE

Public Health England has published its third annual report on industry action to reduce sugar levels in products that contribute most to children’s sugar intakes.

Business news, Ingredients, Regulatory

New voluntary calorie guidelines to help industry tackle obesity

The UK food industry is being encouraged to help people move towards and maintain a healthier weight by reducing excessive calories in everyday foods by up to 20% by 2024.

Business news, Ingredients, Processing

Charlie Bigham’s extends range with four new dishes

Bigham’s has boosted its vegetarian line with Paneer Tikka Masala and added its popular Thai Green Chicken Curry recipe to its world cuisine range.

McVitie’s reduces sugar in the nation’s favourite biscuits

The new recipes have been achieved through re-balancing ingredients to reductions in sugar and salt.

UK consumers cutting down on red meat, says Leatherhead Food Research

74% of households have consciously reduced the amount of red meat they consume.

Events

Mon

7

Apr

Foodex Manufacturing Solutions 2025

Foodex Manufacturing Solutions is a trade event in the UK that serves the food and drink processing, packaging, and logistics industries. It showcases trends such as improving traceability, productivity, and new ingredients.

Mon

8

Sep

World Summit on Food & Nutrition technology

This premier conference is set to gather leading experts and innovative minds from across the globe, including food chemists, nutritionists, technologists, and research scientists. Attendees will engage in a dynamic environment, exploring the latest advancements in functional foods, personalized nutrition, and sustainable food systems that are shaping the future of dietary science.

Mon

15

Sep

Drinktec 2025

As the world economic summit for the beverage and liquid food industry, drinktec brings the industry together in Munich every four years over five days. Solution providers and suppliers from all over the world meet national and global producers of beverages and liquid food.

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