26 July 2024 Blog The 25% Solution: Defra’s Approach to Harmonizing Agriculture and Environment Defra have recently implemented restrictions on the Sustainable Farming Incentive scheme after concerns that too much land would be diverted away from food production. Joseph Notice, an Associate in the Agriculture team, discusses the recent changes and highlights the challenges faced in striking the perfect balance between environmental sustainability and food security. Share this article Bookmark this page 3 min read
25 July 2024 Blog Are you Stressed? Food Supplements under ASA Spotlight for Claims around Mental Cognitive State, ADHD & advertising novel foods which are not authorised for sale in the UK In a series of rulings all published together ASA has underlined the importance of food supplements not making unauthorised health claims or medical claims to prevent, treat or cure disease or implied claims relating to anxiety, stress, fatigue, energy, focus, memory, sleep and more general ‘wellness’ claims. Share this article Bookmark this page 9 min read
12 July 2024 Blog Wine Reforms Continue The second phase of the wine reforms, The Wine (Amendment) (England) Regulations 2024 (legislation.gov.uk) /115 come into force on 15 July 2024. Share this article Bookmark this page 2 min read
9 July 2024 Blog Labour sets out its 5 Priorities for the Environment, Food & Rural Affairs New secretary of state for the environment, food and rural affairs, Steve Reed, has unveiled 5 core priorities. Jessica Burt examines these for the food and agri sector. What will the new Labour government mean for you and your business? Share this article Bookmark this page 7 min read