Sporting Goods Spending Falls Amid Inflation, Tariffs
Sporting goods spending drops 9% in early 2026 as inflation, tariffs and squeezed middle‑income budgets curb discretionary purchases, Consumer Edge says.
JW Filshill appoints new management staff
JW Filshill appoints new management staff, including Scott Sutherland and Jodi Hendry, to strengthen its team.
NGOs urge government to halt intensive poultry expansion
NGOs call on the UK government to halt poultry expansion and demand a regenerative sector plan, warning of environmental and animal‑welfare risks.
Hilton profit exceeds analyst expectations
Hilton Food Group exceeds analyst expectations with strong volume growth and profit improvement despite Foppen seafood business issues.
Reckitt wins court case over Mead Johnson
Reckitt wins court case over Mead Johnson infant formula business linked to deadly bowel disease, moving closer to sale.
Dairy Roadmap Sets Ambitious Sustainability Targets
Dairy sustainability targets in the UK aim to cut emissions, halve water use and eliminate single‑use plastic by 2030, outlining a roadmap for industry.
Brazilian meat imports require urgent action, farmers say
UK farming unions urge government to ban Brazilian meat imports to align with EU restrictions, protecting public health and farm businesses.
Scottish abattoirs reject intimidating meat inspection plan
Scottish abattoirs are resisting meat inspection fee hikes, facing potential court action from Food Standards Scotland over disputed charges.