The Takeaway - June 2025
Welcome to the June edition of The Takeaway! Yes we’ve been enjoying the heatwave but you know what else we’ve been enjoying? Reading up on everything that’s been going on in the food industry. So we’ve pulled together the the most interesting stories making the rounds this month...
HFSS regs to be laid in Scottish parliament in Autumn
HFSS (food and drink High in Fat, Sugar and Salt) is back in the news - this time in relation to the Scottish Government, who - as reported by Scottish Local Retailer - have announced that proposed restrictions on meal deals and temporary price reductions will not go ahead. However, they will be bringing forward regulations restricting the promotion of HFSS products.
Read the whole story here.
Bakery tourism: 'There's no limit on how far we'll travel for pastries'
Though much of the food industry is still facing tough challenges, one corner of the sector is flourishing - small bakeries are on the rise in the UK, with 1 in 5 founded since 2020 according to the BBC. And what’s even better, is that baked goods enthusiasts are actually willing to travel the country in search of the perfect pastry.
Read the whole story here.
How caterers can mend links in the supply chain
Hospitality business WSH is using its buying power to influence change in the dairy industry, by committing to sourcing 100% RSPCA Assured milk in the UK by the end of 2025 and urging other foodservice companies to do similar. The Caterer has the full story…
Read the whole story here.
Heinz launches new ketchup in UK but gets rid of two major ingredients
With so much attention focused on healthier eating habits, it should come as no surprise that ketchup is the latest product to get the “zero” treatment. But, as explained by The Mirror, Heinz’s new take on their iconic sauce has come at the cost of 2 key ingredients usually found in the condiment…
Read the whole story here.
Britons told to ‘stock up on tinned foods’ amid nuclear fears
Well, it’s not quite as drastic as the headline suggests. But with certain political powers acting erratically, The Express have turned their attention to what life - and eating habits - might look like under the threat of nuclear war, referencing a public information campaign from the Cold War.
Read the whole story here.
