Author: Scott Dylan

Ocado and Beano join forces to tackle household food waste through an innovative cookbook.The cookbook features creative recipes using commonly wasted foods, suitable for families.Adventurer Ben Fogle collaborates, sharing insights on prolonging the life of groceries.New research indicates parents rarely discuss food waste, despite children’s environmental awareness.The initiative includes educational plans for schools, reinforcing sustainable cooking practices.In a unique collaboration, Ocado and Beano are addressing household food waste through their first-ever cookbook. This initiative aims to inspire families to be more creative in the kitchen while reducing waste. The cookbook is set to offer a playful take on cooking, featuring…

In the past year, UK food and drink manufacturers faced a sharp rise in insolvencies, prompting concern across the sector.The number of insolvencies rose by an alarming 108%, reaching 278 cases in the year up to June.Food manufacturers experienced a 102% increase in insolvencies, while the figure for drink manufacturers climbed by 123%.This financial strain is largely attributed to rising supply costs and ingredient prices, exacerbated by geopolitical tensions.Despite these challenges, there are signs of potential relief as falling prices may allow cost negotiations with suppliers.The number of food and drink companies going insolvent in the United Kingdom has seen…

Amid an alarming increase in physical assaults on retail staff, Tesco is introducing body cameras for employees.More than 200 Tesco staff members face physical assaults monthly, prompting safety initiatives.CEO Ken Murphy advocates for tougher laws and improved policing to address retail crime.The British Retail Consortium reports a doubling of abuse towards retail employees since pre-pandemic levels.Tesco’s investment in security measures totals £44 million over the past four years.In response to the troubling rise in physical assaults against retail workers, Tesco has initiated the deployment of body cameras for its staff. This measure comes as incidences of violence have surged, impacting…

Aldi has announced its decision to remove all single-use cutlery from its Food to Go range in a major push towards sustainability.The change, effective across UK stores, will reduce waste by approximately 28 tonnes annually.Aldi is set to eliminate 10.5 million wooden forks previously provided with their salads and pasta bowls.The initiative forms part of a broader strategy to reduce single-use materials and encourage more sustainable consumer behaviour.Luke Emery, Aldi’s director responsible for plastics and packaging, underscores the move as a step towards more environmentally friendly practices.Aldi has firmly committed to fostering sustainability by removing all single-use cutlery from its…

Lidl has announced its third pay rise this year, benefiting thousands of employees.Effective immediately, store and warehouse workers outside the M25 will see wages increase to £11.40, rising to £12 with experience.Employees within the M25 will have their pay increased to £12.85, progressing to £13.15 based on tenure.This pay adjustment is a part of Lidl’s substantial £60 million investment in employee remuneration over the past year.The supermarket chain is actively hiring nationwide, collaborating with Wilko’s HR to support job placements post-collapse.Lidl has implemented its third pay rise this calendar year, marking a significant increase in hourly wages for 24,000 of…

Waitrose recently experienced a significant tech glitch, impacting numerous online orders. This unforeseen disruption left many customers frustrated as their orders were unexpectedly cancelled just before delivery.The glitch affected a large volume of orders, with customers taking to social media to voice their grievances.Waitrose confirmed the incident was unrelated to previous IT problems that led to empty shelves.The supermarket has apologised and offered affected customers a goodwill gesture.Recent price cuts by Waitrose aim to bolster competition against budget rivals amidst economic challenges.Waitrose, a notable British supermarket chain, encountered a major technical issue that led to the cancellation of a substantial…

BelVita collaborates with FareShare to tackle food insecurity with a 100,000 meal donation scheme.The ‘Give a Smile’ initiative uses facial recognition billboards to gather donations.Food insecurity affects 13.3 million people, with many going without meals for a day.Sainsbury’s parallel initiative highlights the growing demand for food poverty solutions.The UK public urges government action for free school meals amidst increasing poverty.In an effort to address the pressing issue of food insecurity, BelVita has partnered with the food charity FareShare. This collaboration aims to donate up to 100,000 meals to families in need, reflecting a significant step towards alleviating hunger.The ‘Give a…

Unilever, in collaboration with Tesco and other companies, is intensifying its commitment to combat hygiene poverty. Four major companies have pledged to donate one hygiene product for every two purchased at selected Tesco stores. This initiative aims to distribute over a million hygiene products to more than 6,000 charities. Last year’s similar effort saw over 400,000 products donated, benefiting numerous low-income families.Many households face hardships, with nearly half unable to afford essential hygiene products.Unilever, alongside Kimberly-Clark, Essity, and Haleon, has partnered with Tesco to intensify its drive against hygiene poverty. Until 3 October, these four companies will donate one hygiene…

‘Threads’, Meta’s latest social media platform, has achieved significant growth, reaching 10 million users in a mere seven hours.Small businesses are encouraged to capitalise on Threads to enhance their brand visibility while the platform’s popularity surges.Connecting and engaging customers on Threads is crucial for building brand loyalty and offering customer support.Threads provides a valuable tool for market research by enabling businesses to observe consumer trends and competitor actions.The platform also offers opportunities for networking, partnerships, and even innovative recruitment strategies for small businesses.’Threads’, a newly launched social media application by Meta, has rapidly gained popularity, reaching a notable milestone of…

The Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) in the UK faces another delay, now pushed back to 2026.The decision stemmed from meetings involving UK governments and industry bodies, with October 2025 no longer feasible.Supermarkets have urged a complete overhaul of the DRS plans, citing exorbitant costs.The scheme’s delay is attributed to the need for comprehensive infrastructure planning.Scotland’s DRS was already postponed, awaiting Westminster’s support.The UK government’s Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) is now delayed until 2026, as announced following comprehensive meetings among UK governmental representatives and industry stakeholders. The projected start date of October 2025 has been deemed unrealistic, necessitating a rethink of…