in focus
Every monday we publish a deep dive report into an issue of pertinence to the hospitality and foodservice sector.
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Can tequila keep the party going?
Surging demand for the agave spirit is good news for the hospitality sector, but it risks disrupting a delicate supply dynamic, and exacerbating longstanding social and environmental challenges
No time to run for cover
A warning from insurance experts about the seismic impact of climate disruption has increased pressure on food businesses to get serious about resilience
Who’s really driving England’s food strategy?
Defra has confirmed it retains ownership of the Good Food Cycle, but questions persist over the industry’s willingness to wait for government leadership
Is hospitality ready for DRS?
With just a year to go until deposit return schemes launch across the whole of the UK, businesses need to start figuring out how they will be impacted by this transformational change in how drinks packaging is managed
Are cracks showing in egg sourcing policies?
A new salmonella scare linked to eggs consumed outside of the home has shone the spotlight on a foodservice sector struggling to balance cost and availability with safety and welfare
Realism or retreat – should we be worried by net-zero backsliding?
Businesses including McDonald’s and Starbucks are struggling to decarbonise large, legacy operations, leading to questions over whether they remain fully committed to emissions reduction
Will Burnham warm to food and climate agenda?
As the new prime minister spends his early days in office focusing on living standards, could it be that the most useful clues to his views on food policy are to be found in his past?
Inside the great sustainability reset
As CSO roles are cut or reassigned, concerns have been raised over a deprioritisation of the sustainability function. Should we be worried? Or is this a sign that sustainability has finally come of age?
Charge of the light brigade
High policy costs and carbon footprints for glass bottles have created a compelling case for wine producers to explore lightweight packaging options
How can foodservice handle the heatwaves?
As high temperatures and drought threaten key food and drink ingredients, the impact from lower yields and quality issues will trickle down the supply chain
