Natasha’s Law has been in force since 1 October 2021. Despite four years of regulatory operation, a regional Trading Standards survey found 56 out of 100 food businesses were not providing fully compliant ingredient lists for prepacked direct sale food. Enforcement activity has increased in 2025 and 2026, with local authorities prioritising PPDS inspections as part of broader food allergen …
Simpler household waste collection systems are being introduced across the UK, with the aim of improving recycling rates and reducing contamination. As these systems become more standardised, the role of on-pack communication is becoming increasingly important. Food labels are now expected to provide clear, consistent disposal guidance that aligns with local infrastructure and national policy. For many consumers, the label …
Food packaging has not grown, but food labelling requirements have. Ingredient transparency, allergen emphasis, nutritional declarations and recycling instructions now compete for limited space on increasingly compact packs. For many brands, the issue is no longer graphic design. It is structural capacity. When mandatory information exceeds available print area, extended content labels provide a compliant and commercially efficient solution. Why …
The UK government’s Simpler Recycling scheme begins rolling out in 2025, and food brands are among the sectors most affected by its requirements. The reform is designed to end the patchwork of local recycling rules by standardising what households can place in their bins. For packaging designers and food manufacturers, that shift brings both an opportunity for clarity and a …
Food manufacturers in Great Britain have been given extra time to update their packaging, following the recent delay to the government’s “Not-for-EU” labelling scheme. Originally set to begin rolling out from October 2024, the introduction of the new labelling requirement has now been pushed back, offering a brief reprieve to businesses juggling compliance costs and changing market conditions. What Is …
Food packaging is undergoing a shift. Today’s consumers want clear, immediate information—without the clutter. In response, food brands are rethinking label design, favouring clean visuals, intuitive icons, and minimal wording that still delivers essential details. Clarity Over Clutter In a competitive retail environment, labels need to work fast. Research shows that shoppers often make decisions in under ten seconds. Long …
