Food Update - July 2008

Posted on 08-07-08

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FOOD UPDATE - July 2008

Welcome to our latest update for the food industry. You will find a snapshot of some of the key legal developments facing businesses in the food sector.

For those of you that employ temporary labour, agreement has finally been reached on legislation covering the rights of agency workers. We are interested to hear from you on the average length of time you employ agency workers and whether the 12 week period agreed is reasonable.

And with major food retailer M&S launching ‘Plan A’ - what  impact are environmental concerns having on your business? The FSA are encouraging food manufacturers to find natural  alternatives to artificial additives and colourings and our property round-up considers ‘Green Leases’.

Finally, if you are considering selling your business the chancellor has some good news in the form of ‘Entrepreneurs’ Relief’.

For articles on all these topics and more, read on and if you would like to discuss any of the issues raised please contact us.

Food Update - February 2008

Posted on 19-02-08

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Food Update - a quarterly round-up of issues affecting the food sector

Food industry branding bulletin - October 2007

Posted on 15-10-07

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A fresh approach to the food industry

Food industry companies act bulletin - September 2007

Posted on 03-10-07

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The Companies Act is changing…

The Companies Act 2006 has been law since 8 November 2006 but it is not yet all in force - it is coming into force in  stages. In this review we highlight the key changes and answer some of the questions that you may have in preparation for 1st October, when the next part of the Act becomes law.