Comment/Opinion

I was so pleased that the FSA was able to play a part in the cross-government plan to transform the UK into a more equal society, announced in the recent 

A fresh batch of ketchup is bubbling on the hob in the kitchen at Smallwood Primary School while head chef Emandy mixes together her secret blend of spices for that day’s lunch of jerk chicken.

The term ‘plant-based’ has become firmly rooted in our vocabulary as people recognise the need to reduce meat and dairy consumption for health and environmental reasons.

Premiumisation, a return to homegrown flavours and indulgence are all among the trends that will continue to impact the food and drink industry.

AR will enable customers to experience the sights, sounds and possibly even smells, of their favourite takeaway, allowing customers the full takeaway experience without leaving the house.

It’s no secret that there is currently a national skills shortage in the hospitality industry. In fact, three in every ten hospitality businesses currently find vacancies difficult to fill.

A new parliamentary group report has highlighted a ‘worrying trend of serious breaches of rights and dignity rights’ among those with religious and philosophical beliefs while eating in care.

With the hospitality industry on the road to recovery, many catering outlets are looking at how they can drive growth and protect their business in the long term.

Sustainability is a priority for most public sector businesses, many of whom will have a number of targets to reach.

In July this year the Health and Social Care Committee approved the appointment of Professor Susan Jebb as the new chair of the Food Standards Agency (FSA).