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Middle East Conflict - Impact on UK food & drink manufacturers
16 April 2026

In light of recent developments in the Middle East and impacts for global food supply chains and input markets, the FDF is engaging with government departments on the impact on the UK food and drinks sector.

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FDF Scotland urges urgent cross party action to support food and drink manufacturing

09 April 2026 Scotland
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FDF revises food inflation forecast to at least 9% by the end of 2026

01 April 2026
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NPM update: Consultation & impact assessment

31 March 2026 Member only
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25 March 2026
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FDF's CEO Karen Betts speaking to Channel 4 news on the Iran war and food inflation

Middle East impact – insights needed

We are gathering feedback from members and industry on actual and potential impacts and risks to ensure government understands how this is affecting UK food and drink manufacturers. We are particularly interested to hear how the conflict is impacting SMEs.

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