Sarah-Jayne Gratton
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 123 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 122 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 122 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 111 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 112 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 112 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 83 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 82 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 72 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 72 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 72 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 62 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 63 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 62 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 54 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 42 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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Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Nov 42 min read
Sainsbury’s Brings Fresh Produce Price Battle to Convenience Stores with Aldi Match Expansion
Sainsbury’s has stepped up the grocery price war by extending its Aldi Price Match scheme into its convenience stores, becoming the first...
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Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Nov 12 min read
UK Government Borrowing Costs Soar: Markets React Sharply to Reeves' Budget Plan
The cost of UK government borrowing has surged to its highest level in over a year following Wednesday’s Budget announcement, raising...
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Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Nov 13 min read
Getir's Rise and Fall: How Rapid Expansion Led to an Even Faster Collapse
The name “Getir” might not ring a bell for most UK shoppers—and with good reason. After just two-and-a-half years in operation, the...
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