Brexit
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Government launches £20m Brexit Support Fund for SMEs
16 February 2021 BrexitThe SME Brexit Support Fund is aimed at helping small businesses adapt to changes to trade rules with the EU -
Consumers show appetite for stronger food standards
10 February 2021 BrexitA public survey by the Soil Association found that a majority of Brits are concerned that US-style industrial farming practices are increasing in the UK -
6 things the food sector needs to know about Brexit
03 February 2021 BrexitBrexit is done and dusted, but for many businesses in the food sector, the implications of Britain’s exit from the EU are only just beginning to be felt -
Darren Henaghan, Borough Market: “Weathering the Brexit storm”
02 February 2021 BrexitCould Brexit red tape cause fine European foods to become inaccessible in the UK? Darren Henaghan, managing director of London’s iconic Borough Market, examines the impact of Britain's EU exit on the speciality food sector -
Is more Brexit border chaos on the way?
25 January 2021 BrexitWarnings that lorry traffic at Britain’s ports may be on the rise could spell continued disruption for the food and drink sector -
How Brexit red tape is causing food supply issues
20 January 2021 BrexitIn Britain, increased paperwork and trade delays from Brexit are causing problems for retailers that stock European products as well as producers that export their goods -
What does the Brexit deal mean for the fine food industry?
05 January 2021 BrexitWith Brexit officially underway, Britain will forge a new relationship with the EU in 2021. Here's what the food and drink sector makes of Britain's last-minute trade deal -
No deal Brexit could make British brands more competitive
14 December 2020 BrexitWith a no deal Brexit looking more likely, British produce could see a boost – but questions remain over whether a grace period for supermarket checks will put indie retailers at a disadvantage -
What could Brexit mean for food prices?
08 December 2020 BrexitThe food and drink sector remains unclear about how Brexit will impact business, but research shows a no deal exit could lead to price rises for fruit and vegetables -
UK organic exports get the green light
07 December 2020 BrexitThe European Union's decision to recognise Britain's organic products comes as a “huge relief” to the sector – but over the long term, questions still remain -
The post-Brexit ethical opportunity for UK brands
03 December 2020 BrexitResearch by GlobalData shows that consumers are prioritising sustainable, local and ethical food and drink, creating a way for British brands to get ahead after Brexit -
Questions remain over sustainable farming roadmap
01 December 2020 BrexitFarming and environment groups urge the government to provide clarity on details of its path to sustainable farming