21 September 2015 Back to list of articles The Food and Drink Federation (FDF) is hosting a joint FDF NFU fringe open event at this year's Liberal Democrat Party Conference titled, 'How do we best develop a National Food Strategy for the UK'. …
18 September 2015 Back to list of articles This week, pupils from St Maurice's High School in Cumbernauld visited Devro (Scotland) Ltd to find out about the exciting careers available in the food and drink manufacturing industry, through a series of …
18 September 2015 Back to list of articles The Food and Drink Federation (FDF) – the voice of UK food and drink– has appointed David Thomson as CEO of the Scottish Food and Drink Federation (SFDF). David will take up his new role in December 2015. David …
8 September 2015 FDF Awards Ceremony Honours Top Industry Performers Back to list of articles Last night, the prestigious Food and Drink Federation (FDF) Awards recognised outstanding individuals, ambitious initiatives and growing food and drink businesses …
6 September 2015 Back to list of articles Food and Drink Federation (FDF), Food & Drink Exporters Association (FDEA) and Open to Export launch Food & Drink Export Feature to help SMEs looking for exports support. The value of UK food and non- …
3 September 2015 Back to list of articles Food and Drink Federation response to: New petition launched by Jamie Oliver, Sustain and Leon calling on Government to tax sugary drinks 'Jamie's Sugar Rush' documentary Jamie Oliver Restaurant Group …
2 September 2015 Back to list of articles On Monday 7th September the Food and Drink Federation Awards 2015 will celebrate the best and the most innovative and inspiring food and drink businesses across the UK supply chain. To be held at London's The …
1 September 2015 Back to list of articles FDF's Nutrition and Health Manager Kate Halliwell has been announced as one of five new Nutrition Society Council Members. Kate has been appointed as Council Member representing Industry, ensuring that the food …
28 August 2015 Back to list of articles “We strongly share Jamie Oliver's commitment to improving public health and agree that change is needed. “While we haven't been privy to early screenings, reports suggest that the documentary over-simplifies …
27 August 2015 Back to list of articles Today, Ian Wright, Director General of the Food and Drink Federation, received a CBE for political and public service. Commenting on his honour, Ian Wright CBE said: “For all of my adult lifetime third party politics …
20 August 2015 Back to list of articles FDF welcomes the figures from today's GCSE results and congratulate pupils on their hard work and dedication, which has contributed to an increase in attainment and uptake of key subjects such as science, …
19 August 2015 Back to list of articles The Food and Drink Federation (FDF) is hosting an event on 19 October to help small to medium sized food and drink manufacturers crack the exporting journey. Companies will hear from successful exporters and experts …
13 August 2015 Back to list of articles FDF welcomes today's A-level results figures, which have seen a 3% increase in students accepted onto UK university and college courses from last year (UCAS). It is particularly encouraging to see a significant …
31 July 2015 Back to list of articles Following the success of its first-ever Sustainability Convention in 2014, the Food and Drink Federation (FDF) is bringing together industry experts to tackle the challenge of climate change at a special event on 10 …
29 July 2015 Back to list of articles The Food and Drink Federation (FDF) – the voice of UK food and drink– has appointed Tim Rycroft as Corporate Affairs Director. Tim will take up his new role in September 2015. Tim has worked in UK and international …
23 July 2015 Back to list of articles FDF response to the plans announced today by the Prime Minister to boost productivity and grow food and farming exports. Responding to Prime Minister's announcement to boost productivity and grow food and farming …
16 July 2015 Back to list of articles “FDF welcomes the creation and launch of the UK's new Virtual Food Authenticity Network, a Government-sponsored initiative to help to bring together those involved in food authenticity testing. We are pleased to …
17 July 2015 Back to list of articles “FDF welcomes the development of an industry-lead 25-year plan for the future of food and farming, following our attendance at today's development session with Defra, manufacturers and other key stakeholders. The …
17 July 2015 Back to list of articles In response to the publication of the Scientific Advisory Committee on Nutrition (SACN) final report on carbohydrates and health, Ian Wright, Director General of the Food and Drink Federation, said: “The most thorough …
13 July 2015 Back to list of articles Responding to the British Medical Association (BMA)'s report 'Food for thought', Ian Wright, Director General of the Food and Drink Federation, said: “We share the BMA's concerns about the health of …
