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UK manufacturers urge government to work with EU in preventing costly border delays
British-based manufacturers, including confectionery, snacks and bakery operations, have called on the government to work with the EU to urgently resolve critical border delays caused by complex paperwork brought about by Brexit, writes Neill Barston.
Business news, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
UK confectionery market steels itself for continued challenging conditions
Amid a pandemic, projected recession and post Brexit complications, the UK confectionery market is facing notably uncertain times, but there are still some glimmers of hope amid the challenges that clearly lie ahead, reports Neill Barston
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Regulatory, Sustainability
11th hour Brexit deal offers a degree of business certainty for UK and EU
Finally, just a day before the end of 2020, a Brexit trade deal was eventually sealed between Britain and the EU over its future trading relations.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Focus: CAOBISCO’s new president hails industry’s resilience amid confectionery sector challenges
With the World Confectionery Conference scheduled for next year, we speak exclusively to Aldo Cristiano, president of the CAOBISCO chocolate, biscuits and confectionery European trade organisation, ahead of his appearance as a keynote speaker at our event. Neill Barston reports
Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Food and Drink Federation issues further plea for support as exports continue to fall
The UK’s Food and Drink Federation (FDF) has issued an urgent plea to government for enhanced assistance to businesses as latest figures show exports fell by 11.6% for the third quarter, to £5.5 billion, year-on-year, owing to the pandemic, reports Neill Barston
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Regulatory, Sustainability
Focus: Key Christmas season beckons for Ferrero’s UK and Ireland team
With a backdrop of economic uncertainty amid the coronavirus pandemic, the confectionery sector is facing challenges ahead, yet is showing strong signs of resilience. Neill Barston speaks to Levi Boorer, Ferrero’s UK customer development director, on its festive prospects
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Organic product exports face ban unless Brexit equivalence deal is sealed
The UK’s Food and Drink Federation (FDF) has joined more than 30 key organisations warning that British trade of organic products with the EU for is under threat unless a full trade agreement is concluded.
Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Sustainability
Business confidence hangs in the balance as final countdown over Brexit trade deal continues
This past week, the UK’s Food and Drink Federation and Santander UK laid out the latest situation for the sector in terms of its performance, which brought cause for concern with a record low level of confidence for the quarter, that both organisations hoped would be offset with potential for exploring new markets around the world.
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Food and Drink Federation welcomes support but warns of key challenges ahead
The UK’s Food and Drink Federation has welcomed government support for the sector amid the coronavirus pandemic, but has warned greater assistance will be needed for hard-hit businesses. Neill Barston reports.
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CBI welcomes prospect of relaxed border controls for EU imports from 2021
UK business trade organisation CBI has welcomed a UK border planning decision to apply less stringent controls from the EU to Britain, than had been expected, as the Brexit transition period ends this December. Neill Barston reports.
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Call for extending trade negotiations amid pandemic makes sound business sense
Without doubt one of the most significant news stories of the past week has been the plea from the Caobisco European confectionery organisation for the EU and UK to continue crucial trade talks beyond the fast-approaching cut-off point of December 2020.
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Caobisco confectionery body calls for extension of EU-UK trade talks to avert major industry impact
With trade relations between the UK and EU nations set to undergo major changes from 2021, a renewed trade deal hangs in the balance, as Caobisco, the European association for chocolate, biscuits and confectionery reveals. Neill Barston reports
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UK manufacturers call for government support during coronavirus outbreak
Manufacturers across the UK are calling on the government to support the sector in managing the impact of coronavirus on supply chains, following a survey showing exports have slumped to their lowest level in three years.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Regulatory
UK firm Uncle Joe’s Mint Balls gains its first Japanese order
UK sweet manufacturer Uncle Joe’s Mint Balls has recorded its first major order from Japan, as the business seeks to expand its overseas operations and meet increased demands for British confectionery.