The prime minister has taken decisive action where his predecessor dithered and delayed, but questions persist over whether new measures to reduce obesity will tackle its root causes. Nick Hughes reports. Boris Johnson wants to be remembered as a prime minister who got things done. In this respect, his government’s new obesity plan positions him…

Data suggests the meat- and dairy-free campaign triggers a surge in demand for convenience plant-based foods rather than fresh vegetables. Should we be worried, asks Nick Hughes. By any measure plant-based eating is one of the defining foods trends of the past few years. So it came as something of a surprise when the Food…

The amount of personal protective equipment in circulation is rising fast but there is confusion over how best to dispose of it. David Burrows reports. Foodservice and hospitality businesses have been left baffled by the UK Government’s stance on staff and customers wearing face coverings. Some ministers have been donning masks to collect their lunch…

More than 125 experts have joined forces to reassure businesses that reusables are safe. But could the actions of Britain’s largest coffee shop chain carry more weight? By David Burrows Reusable packaging systems can be used safely during the current pandemic, according to a statement signed by more than 125 experts from 19 countries. “The…