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Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Nov 14, 20242 min read
George Freeman Takes Helm of Agri-Tech Parliamentary Group
George Freeman, the former science minister, has been named the new chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Science and Technology...
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Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Nov 14, 20241 min read
£43 Million Boost to UK Truckstops to Improve Conditions for Lorry Drivers
The UK government and industry partners have announced a substantial £43 million investment to enhance truckstops nationwide, aiming to...
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Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Nov 13, 20242 min read
UK Seeks Twin Trade Deals: Balancing Trump-Led US and EU to Secure Stability
The UK could strike a game-changing trade deal with the US under Donald Trump, while also rebuilding its bridges with the EU, positioning...
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Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Nov 13, 20242 min read
DP World Opens All-Electric Berth at London Gateway, Boosting UK Trade Capacity by a Third
DP World is celebrating the operational launch of the world’s first all-electric berth with the arrival of its first ships, marking a...
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Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Nov 12, 20243 min read
Reeves to Unleash Local Government Pension Scheme to Supercharge UK Growth
Rachel Reeves is set to outline her plans next week to utilise the £354bn local government pension scheme to stimulate the UK economy....
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Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Nov 12, 20242 min read
Leadership Shake-Up: Andrew Staniland Abandons Asda for Key Role at Morrisons
In a surprising shake-up of senior leadership among UK grocery giants, Iceland's group buying director Andrew Staniland has dramatically...
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Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Nov 12, 20242 min read
Disney Characters Set to Inspire Children to Choose Healthy Fruit in New Initiative
Disney's much-loved characters are set to play a significant role in encouraging children to eat more fruit, as part of a new and...
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Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Nov 11, 20241 min read
Trump's Victory Puts UK's Trade Future at Risk: Can Brexit Shield British Goods from Tariff Threats?
Donald Trump’s return to power in the 2024 US presidential election has sparked fresh uncertainties for international trade. For the...
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Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Nov 11, 20242 min read
UK Looks to Denmark for Fresh Perspectives
The UK Parliament will soon host a delegation from Denmark to explore insights from the country’s ambitious sustainable food and farming...
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Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Nov 11, 20242 min read
AMFresh Eyes €3.5bn Sales Target by 2030 as Acquisition Spree Continues
European fresh produce titan AMFresh is aiming for an impressive €3.5bn in sales by the end of this decade and is prepared to invest an...
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Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Nov 8, 20243 min read
UK Delays Single Trade Window Rollout, Stalling Post-Brexit Border Reforms Until 2026
A key part of the UK’s post-Brexit border strategy has been put on pause for more than a year amid government concerns over the cost of...
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Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Nov 8, 20242 min read
Half a Century of Excellence: New Covent Garden Market Celebrates 50 Years with Prestigious Industry Honours
New Covent Garden Market is celebrating a milestone - 50 years at its iconic Nine Elms site. Originally based in Covent Garden, central...
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Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Nov 7, 20242 min read
Bank of England Set to Cut Rates, Boosting Business Growth
The Bank of England policymakers are widely expected to cut borrowing costs for businesses and homeowners by reducing official interest...
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Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Nov 7, 20242 min read
Trump's Tariffs Set to Shock UK Economy, Halving Growth and Raising Inflation, Warns NIESR
Following Donald Trump’s victory in the US presidential election, the National Institute of Economic and Social Research (NIESR) has...
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Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Nov 7, 20242 min read
Fragile Supply Chains Exposed as Deadly Floods Devastate Spanish Agriculture
The devastating floods and storms that have swept through southern and eastern Spain, claiming over 250 lives, have also exposed the...
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Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Nov 6, 20242 min read
Morrisons Extends Support to Fruit & Veg Growers with New 5% Discount for Farmers
Morrisons has unveiled a new initiative to support its farmers, offering them a 5% discount in stores and online. This gesture of...
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Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Nov 6, 20243 min read
Half of Lorry Drivers Dismayed by UK's Lack of Quality Rest Stops
Nearly half of all lorry drivers in the UK are dissatisfied with the quality and availability of suitable rest stops, according to a new...
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Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Nov 6, 20242 min read
Aldi Accelerates UK Expansion with 11 New Stores Before Christmas
Aldi is ramping up its presence in the UK retail sector, with ambitious plans to open 11 new stores before Christmas. This expansion is...
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Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Nov 5, 20244 min read
Tiny Tomato Plants That Pack a Punch Could Prove Breakthrough Crop For UK Precision Breeding
A precision-bred tomato variety that produces up to 400% more fruit over one year than conventional tomatoes could be a breakthrough crop...
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Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Nov 4, 20242 min read
Bank of England Poised to Cut Interest Rates as 2025 Budget Tempers Market Expectations
The Bank of England is expected to lower interest rates this week, while markets are betting on fewer cuts next year after forecasts...
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