COVID lockdowns and restrictions appear to be over, and people everywhere are organising get-togethers, parties, weddings, and in this year

The summer’s approaching. Many of us have booked a break away for a bit of sun, sand, sea and… salmonella.

When it comes to the food chain, people are talking more and more about traceability. But what is traceability? In

UK consumers trust that the food they buy and eat is safe and accurately labelled. The food system is complex,

According to the Office for National Statistics, in 2020, the total weight of waste from households in England reached 22.6

Approximately 2 million people in the UK currently have a food allergy. Food allergies are more common in children, with

With many people in the UK having busy work and home lives, batch cooking is becoming increasingly popular. People are

There are more than 17,000 care homes in the UK with nearly half a million residents. As well as the

In the UK, food additives must be approved before they can be used. The FSA (Food Standards Agency) provides a

Sustainable packaging involves developing and using packaging which improves sustainability. The packaging should reduce the environmental impact and ecological footprint.

In the UK, barbeques are usually enjoyed throughout the spring and summer months, due to the cold weather and rain

Approximately 10% of people in the UK purchase food over the internet every week. According to Statista, the most frequently

What is a food hygiene certificate? A food hygiene certificate is a certificate awarded to those who successfully complete an

Kitchens are notoriously hot and hectic places to work. Even in household kitchens, dangers are present and it is necessary

Many products, including food, have a shelf life. A shelf life puts a time limit on how long a product

The beginning of the pandemic was synonymous with images in the media of empty supermarket shelves and shoppers with overloaded

The Pest Control industry has expanded over the past five years. Food-related businesses are required by law to maintain certain

Local authorities carry out a range of proactive and reactive interventions at food establishments throughout the year. These include food

The lack of sustainability in the restaurant industry is a pressing issue that more restaurants and food businesses are becoming

Exposure to microbial contamination presents a global threat to human health. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO) 1 in

Ptomaine poisoning is more commonly known as food poisoning. A recent scientific review by the Food Standards Agency (FSA) estimates

Is sushi safe to eat? In the UK, sushi restaurants started opening around the capital from the mid-1990s. London's diverse

The temperature danger zone for food describes the temperature range where food is most at risk of developing harmful bacteria.