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FDF Parliamentary Reception 2026
01 July 2026

We hosted our annual summer Parliamentary Reception, bringing together MPs and industry stakeholders to celebrate our industry. In her speech, our Chief Executive Karen Betts spoke about the importance of investment in food & drink manufacturing.

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Trade Snapshot Q1 2026: Food and drink market analysis

26 June 2026
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Oxford Economics report: NPM 2018 Impact Assessment review

22 June 2026
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Research reveals hidden economic hit for food manufacturers due to health policy overhaul

22 June 2026
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Shaping a healthier future through food & drink

16 June 2025
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SPS Agreement: what you need to know

SPS Agreement: what you need to know

UK food and drink law is aligning with the EU’s laws on food safety and standards. This is wider than a trade agreement with the EU and applies to all UK food and drink businesses, even if they don’t trade with the EU. Find out what UK food & drink manufacturers need to know about the SPS agreement so you can stay up to date and confidently navigate EU agri-food law alignment.

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Nutrient Profiling Model (NPM) explained

NPM Explained

The Nutrient Profiling Model (NPM) was developed by the Food Standards Agency in 2004, using a scoring system to indicate whether a food is defined as ‘less healthy’ (HFSS) or ‘healthier’ (non-HFSS). This page explains what the model is, how it is used, and how the proposed changes to the NPM will affect the industry, as well as consumers.

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Food Surplus Redistribution

Food Surplus Redistribution

Under Ambition 2030, the Food and Drink Federation supports members by providing practical guidance and working with partners to help increase and improve food surplus redistribution across the food & drink manufacturing sector.

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FDF Strategic Review

This year’s strategic review shows what FDF, in partnership with our members, has delivered over the past year and our focus for the future.

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FDF in Scotland & Wales

From industry through to policymakers, our teams in Scotland and Wales support the interests of manufacturing in Edinburgh and Cardiff.

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FDF Scotland

Established in 1999, FDF Scotland supports food and drink manufacturing industry in Scotland. Championing our members’ views to create an environment for the industry to thrive.

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FDF Cymru

FDF Cymru

FDF Cymru represents the food and drink manufacturing industry in Wales. Ensuring our members' views are heard by the Welsh Government, in the Senedd, and by policy makers in the UK Government.

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