Regulations

PGR Coventry fined £25k for serving Nutella hot choc to allergic teen

A company director and two managers at the PGR Restaurant in Coventry have been prosecuted and fined £25,000, after a…

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Food businesses urged to embrace Natasha’s law

In two years’ time Natasha’s law will come into effect which means that food businesses will need to include full…

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Government risk ‘watering down’ food regulations in pursuit of US trade deal

The UK could face the prospect of “watered-down” food regulations after Brexit with Parliament having little say, the UK Trade…

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How the catering industry can reduce costs by being more sustainable

As a thriving industry with revenues of £1.4bn, the UK catering industry is no stranger to ambition. Traditionally, labour management,…

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Illegal refrigerants: a new consideration for catering

When looking for a place to dine, consumers are typically focused on the cost, hygiene and the overall quality of…

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Health and safety considerations in catering industry

Health and safety must be an important consideration for anyone who is working in the catering industry. Whether you are…

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London councils to ban ice cream vans

London councils including Camden, Westminster and Islington are set to ban ice cream vans from operating on roads within the…

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Business rates appeals drop under ‘complicated’ system

Businesses are struggling with the new ‘check challenge appeal’ (CCA) business rates appeals system, according to rating experts at Colliers…

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How AI will disrupt the service industry in 2019

Before we begin, it’s important to define what is meant by artificial intelligence. When mentioned in the media, AI can…

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Evolving employment laws – a stronger future for workers’ rights

Since 2010, the UK has experienced lower unemployment rates across every region, underpinned by a strong and innovative labour market…

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