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Lifting the Lid on Bottle Cap Changes

In a world of 24/7 digital and social media, it’s easier than ever to gauge consumer reaction to a change in the food industry – all you have to do is search online to see people’s views and reviews. And one topic which has gained traction across Twitter, TikTok and other social platforms is the…

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What Does the Windsor Framework Mean for Food and Drink Business in the UK?

Scenes of empty supermarket shelves in Northern Ireland were a visible reminder of the challenges associated with the Irish border after Brexit. With the UK now outside of the EU, businesses would have had to comply with the strict rules and border checks for goods being imported into the bloc. Yet political leaders recognised that…

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Allergen Labelling: A Guide For Food Businesses

Food allergen labelling is an important aspect of UK food labelling regulations. Carrying significant implications for both consumer safety and business integrity, allergen labelling regulations require thorough understanding and strict compliance.  This guide aims to help businesses understand the key requirements of food allergen labelling and provides advice on how to comply with these rules.…

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Ashbury's 2026 Food & Drink Predictions

What’s Next for Food & Drink? Our Experts’ Predictions for 2026

2025 has been a busy year for the food and beverage industry, full of fast-paced regulatory changes, widespread flavour innovation,...
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Allergy Awareness Week

The Peanut Diaries: School and Social Occasions

"When your child is really young, we, as parents, have almost total control over what and when our children eat...
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Allergy Awareness Week

The Peanut Diaries: Navigating Social Events and Celebrations with Food...

"Raising a child with an allergy is tricky at times. As they get older and grow more independent, it is...
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Allergy Awareness Week

The Peanut Diaries: A Parent’s Journey to Uncovering their...

"Our discovery of our son's allergies was during weaning, much like, I imagine, how most parent's first discover their child's...
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Redefining Healthy: What the FDA’s New Rules Mean for Food Labels...

On 19th December 2024, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued the final rule for the new definition of "healthy"...
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Unpacking the Chaos: How EU and UK Food Labelling Complexity Impacts...

Food labelling is meant to guide us - helping consumers make informed ethical, dietary and environmental choices while enabling food...
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E. Coli Outbreak

From Farm to Fork: Why E. Coli Outbreaks in the US Sound the Alarm for...

Recent developments in the United States (US) have underscored the critical importance of maintaining high standards of hygiene and traceability...
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Not for EU Labelling

What is the latest progress on ‘Not for EU’ Food Labelling in...

'Not for EU' must appear on the labelling of certain foods moved from England, Scotland or Wales (GB) to be...
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England Bread and Flour Regulations

Changes to England’s Bread and Flour Regulations: What you need to...

In 2022, the UK Government and devolved administrations launched a UK-wide consultation on the proposed amendments to The Bread and...
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Natasha Allergy Research Foundation: Clinical Trial Update, May 2024

Ashbury is a proud partner of The Natasha Allergy Research Foundation, the UK’s food allergy charity, and supports the Foundation...
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Nutri-Score Food Labelling

Nutri-Score Food Labelling: How & When to use it

Unless exempt, all pre-packaged food must display a label with nutritional information, including energy value and the amounts of fat,...
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Best Before and Use By Date

‘Use By’ & ‘Best Before’: Food Date Label...

Referred to as 'durability indications', 'use by' or 'best before' dates are legally required to be displayed on most food...
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