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196-year-old distillery facing demolition as Diageo plans to redevelop site

Diageo has laid out plans to demolish the Talisker at Carbost distillery in an application submitted to the Highland Council.

Managing director Jim Campbell was one of many speakers across the two-day event. Credit: Multivac UK

Multivac UK marks 40 years with anniversary event

Multivac UK held its annual industry gathering on 2 and 3 October 2024, although this year's event also coincided with the firm’s 40th birthday.

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Closing the loop: how food manufacturers can best reduce their emissions

With pressure from retailers for food manufacturers to optimise their environmental credentials, improving the sustainability of the supply chain can make a real difference – but what direction should they take?

The facility in County Durham is the only location producing Tetley tea bags. Credit: Getty / Giles Jenkyn

12 extra strike days announced as Tetley dispute continues

Trade union GMB has announced that workers at a Tetley Tea factory in County Durham will strike for an additional 12 days as part of a dispute over pay.

Mary Creagh has confirmed that glass will be excluded from the incoming Deposit Return Scheme in England and Northern Ireland. Credit: Getty / Richard Villalonundefined undefined

Glass excluded from DRS in England and NI

Glass is set to be excluded from the impending Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) for drinks containers in England and Northern Ireland.

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How one partnership is redefining the look, feel and scalability of plant-based meat alternatives

Find out how one industry partnership has developed meat alternatives that it says will satisfy shopper perceptions, are affordable and can be produced in industrial quantities.

Cookie dough bites and filled pasta are among the new products to launch recently. Credit: Doughlicious / THIS and Ugo Foods

Latest NPD launches by food and drink manufacturers

Food Manufacture rounds up the recently announced new product launches from across the F&B industry.

The UK Government plans to introduce new employment and workplace rights have been broadly welcomed by trade associations. Credit: Getty / Artisteer

Employment Rights Bill welcomed but industry calls for consultation

The UK Government plans to introduce new employment and workplace rights have been broadly welcomed by trade associations but they have called for consultation on its implementation.

FMCG giant Unilever has exited Russia. Credit: Unilever

Unilever sells Russian business for undisclosed sum

Unilever has sold its Russian subsidiary, as well as its business in neighbouring Belarus, to Arnest Group for an undisclosed fee.

Gillian Hough will serve as vice chair alongside new chair Ash Corbett-Collins. Credit: CAMRA

CAMRA names vice chair as top team takes shape

The Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) has appointed Gillian Hough as its new vice chair.

Unite has launched legal action against Oscar Mayer in its ongoing dispute over 'fire and rehire' plans. Image credit: Unite the Union

Union launches legal action against Oscar Mayer

Unite is to launch legal action against Oscar Mayer in its ongoing dispute over plans to ‘fire and rehire’ members of staff at its Wrexham factory.

The British Frozen Food Federation has launched its Frozen Food Revolution campaign. Image caption: BFFF

BFFF launches food waste reduction campaign

The British Frozen Food Federation (BFFF) has launched its latest Frozen Food Revolution campaign focusing on reducing food waste.

More than a third of US consumers want to try British brands, but cost often is a preventative factor. Image Credit: Getty / Kimberrywood

Demand for British brands on the rise in the US

British brands are growing in popularity in the US, with more than a third of consumers likely to purchase UK products, but price pressures are hindering their growth of the market.

The £700,000 laboratory provides 3D imaging and metrology services. Image credit: RSSL

New £700k 3D imaging and metrology lab opens in Reading

Reading Scientific Services Ltd (RSSL) is focusing on expanding its laboratory services after investing £700k in a new laboratory providing a suite of advanced 3D imaging and metrology services.