Allergen declarations keep growing longer, but pack sizes have not grown to match them. UK food businesses issued 141 product recalls in 2025, a 23% rise on the year before, with undeclared allergens remaining the single biggest cause, and much of that gap traces back to labels that simply do not have room for everything an ingredient list now needs …
Since 5 January 2026, paid online advertising for identifiable food and drink products classified as high in fat, salt, or sugar has been prohibited at all times. Television advertising for the same products is banned before the 9pm watershed. The restrictions apply across 13 product categories including confectionery, soft drinks, crisps, morning goods, pizza, ready meals, and ice cream, with …
Food manufacturers are seeing noticeable increases in label costs in 2026, with many reporting rises of 15–35% depending on materials and order volumes. The main culprits are sharp rises in resin prices linked to disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and the added burden of Extended Producer Responsibility modulated fees that are now scaling up. Why Food Label Costs Are …
The rollout of Simpler Recycling in England, set to be phased in from 2025, is transforming how households manage waste. For food and drink brands, the scheme brings new expectations for packaging and labelling. Clearer disposal instructions, standardised recycling systems, and a stronger emphasis on material choice are all reshaping label design. Standardisation of Recycling Guidance Simpler Recycling aims to …
