Shield Safety

Pasta Evangelists gains Safe to Trade approval across all sites

Pasta Evangelists has secured Safe to Trade approval across all 47 of its locations, meeting the consumer standard for food safety, hygiene and standards. The business, which operates takeaway delivery, make-at-home recipe kits and four dine-in restaurants, was audited by independent environmental health practitioners from Shield Safety, the certification body…

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How to manage food waste and charitable giving

One-third of all food produced globally goes to waste; if food waste was a country, then it would be the third largest emitter of greenhouse gases in the world. In the UK, 70% of food waste occurs in the home, but the hospitality and retail sector still contribute a sizable…

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Martyn’s Law: enhancing safety and security in hospitality venues

In recent years, tragic events have highlighted the need for improved safety and security measures in public spaces. The Manchester Arena bombing in 2017, which claimed the lives of 22 innocent people and left hundreds injured, served as a wake-up call for the need to strengthen security practices. In response…

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Food allergies and the implications for caterers

Research published by Dr Hazel Gowland unveiled prosecutions for food allergen incidents increased almost tenfold over a period of six years, with peanut being the most common allergen involved, followed by milk and egg.  Further research conducted by Shield Safety echoed Dr Gowland’s findings. Senior safety consultant, Vicky Wood, recently…

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Nine out of 10 people want hospitality to ‘grab safety mantle from gov’, survey finds

A consumer insight report to assess the impact of Covid-19 on consumer habits has found that 89% of consumers would like to see outlets going “above beyond” any government advice, to provide “maximum protection”. The Safe to Trade consumer insight report, designed to track customer sentiment around returning to food…

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Star Pubs and Bars reveals £250k investment package

Star Pubs and Bars has announced it is investing in a “comprehensive” reopening support package for its 2,500 pubs. The package includes a £250,000 investment into point-of-sale safety materials, with a free pack available to every licensee. The latest investment adds to Star Pubs and Bars’ £21m investment in rent…

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