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HEALTH & SAFETY CONFERENCE PROGRAMME

Posted on January 14, 2021January 9, 2026 by Neesha Ramsingh-Cleary

Preparation for our first virtual Health & Safety Conference is well underway and we are pleased to release the programme for the day. Topics include Musculoskeletal Disorders, Working at Height, Modern Slavery, Vehicle Innovations, Composite Panels, and much more. Our thanks to conference sponsor Arco Limited.

Tickets are still available so book yours today. Click here

Module 1 – Hot Topics

Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSD’s) – New Digital Management Tool for Managing MSD’s
Matt Birtles, Principal Ergonomics Consultant, HSE Science and Research Centre

Sponsor Speaker – Slip Resistance & Safety Footwear
Steve Philips, Bonasystems, Emma Marrison and Ben Haughton, Arco

Modern Slavery- Interview Session
Ruth Poulten, NFU Mutual interviews – Shayne Tyler, Fresca Group and Dr Alastair Redfern, Clewer Initiative

Module 2 – Innovation

Vehicle Innovations
Paul Duncalf – Brakes

H&S Management Software in Practice
Daniel Bowles, Group Head of Health, Safety and Environment, Finsbury Food Group/ Julian Taylor, Solutions Architect SHE Software

EdApp Training Application
Milly Wallace, Safety Culture

Module 3 – General

The Black Museum (Enforcement Stories)
Terry Mallard, Birmingham City Council Environmental Health

Managing Composite Panels
Glenn Woolley, NFU Mutual

Keynote speaker – Challenges of the Health & Safety Practitioner & COVID
Dr Shaun Lundy, Director, Tetra Consulting Ltd

Tickets are still available so book yours today. Click here
Download the programme here: Health and Safety Conference Programme

THE BEST NEW FISH AND SEAFOOD MAIN COURSE RETAIL PRODUCT SPONSORED BY LUMINA INTELLIGENCE

Posted on January 13, 2021January 9, 2026 by Harry

Welcome to the announcement for the Best New Fish and Seafood Main Course Retail Product in the 2020 – 2021 British Frozen Food Awards sponsored by Lumina Intelligence.

The First Shortlisted Company

Congratulations to the Canoe Cut Sea Bass from the Specially Selected range at Aldi. Our judging panels thought; it was a very flavoursome and delicate dish, different to other products on the market and excellent texture.

Aldi commented; “We are extremely proud that Aldi’s frozen food range has been shortlisted for nine categories at this year’s BFFF Awards. The frozen food category continues to be important to our customers and working together with the UK’s best suppliers, our Buying team has developed some incredible quality products at amazing prices to meet the ever-evolving needs of shoppers. We are honoured that this effort has been recognised by the British Frozen Food Federation.”

The Second Shortlisted Company

Congratulations to the Spicy Mussels with White Wine and Chilli from the Gino D’Acampo range at Iceland Foods. Our judging panels thought the product; had super flavour, a very innovative product and mussels added real texture.

Iceland commented; “We are really excited to have been shortlisted for this prestigious award. We believe that this product is of the highest quality and offered to our customers at an amazing price!”

The Third Shortlisted Company

Congratulations to the Lemon and Herb Lightly Tempura Basa from Iceland Foods. Our judging panels thought the product: was a delicately subtle dish, great flavours, well seasoned and good value for money.

The Fourth Shortlisted Company

Congratulations to the Whitebait from Whitby Seafoods. Our judging panels thought the product had; a good golden crumb, a flavoursome coating and good value for money.

Whitby Seafood comments; “We are delighted to be shortlisted for Whitebait which makes up part of our delicious seafood portfolio using only high quality ingredients, always crafted with care in Whitby, North Yorkshire. We love making bloomin’ special seafood and recognition for this is an added bonus!”

Congratulations to all our shortlisted companies and commiseration to the rest of the category product entries. The BFFF look forward to announcing more category shortlists, they will be released once a week until early march 2021.

Thank you to our Category Sponsor Lumina Intelligence.

ARE YOU PREPARED FOR THE UK PLASTIC PACKAGING TAX ? – FREE WEBINAR!

Posted on January 13, 2021 by Neesha Ramsingh-Cleary

With a little over 14 months to go before the UK Plastic Packaging Tax comes into force, are you aware of whether it affects your business, what your legal requirements are and the likely costs?

European Recycling Platform (ERP) can help prepare affected businesses for the changes ahead. Join them on Thursday 21 January 2021 at 11am as they summarise the draft legislation and discuss:

· The scope of the tax;

· Liability for the tax;

· Obligations, exemptions and credits;

· Offences, penalties and enforcement;

· Government’s next steps;

· And more…

TECHNICAL CONFERENCE, THURSDAY 4TH MARCH

Posted on January 13, 2021January 9, 2026 by Neesha Ramsingh-Cleary

We first introduced our Technical Conference to the BFFF event portfolio in 2018 and have held two very successful events since then. Due to the impact Covid-19 continues to have on live events we took the decision to move our third Technical Conference online to ensure we can deliver our topical and informative programme to members without any further delay.

We are delighted to have Helen White, a Special Advisor on Household Food Waste for WRAP, join us on the day as we discuss waste and sustainability. Helen works with food retailers, manufacturers and brands to engage citizens in reducing food waste and is WRAP’s spokesperson on household food waste-related matters. Helen works with food retailers, manufacturers and brands to engage citizens in reducing food waste and is WRAP’s spokesperson on household food waste-related matters. With expertise in strategic planning, she has played a key role in defining WRAP’s new approach to citizen food waste prevention and the re-development of Love Food Hate Waste. She provides advice, guidance and insight to Courtauld 2025 signatories and partners based on WRAP’s extensive evidence.

Other topics to be covered on the day include Allergens, Emerging Technologies and Artificial Intelligence. We will bring the day to a close with a speech from Ben Elliot, the UK Government’s Food Surplus and Waste Champion.

You can book your place now at https://bfff.co.uk/event/the-bfff-technical-conference/

View the full programme here: Technical Conference Virtual Programme

CORPORATE SURPLUS RESPONSIBILITY

Posted on January 12, 2021 by edward.perry@cookfood.net

As we enter the third national lockdown, Company Shop Group is continuing to provide a sustainable and commercial solution for almost all types of surplus stock, and has well-established distribution channels to ensure any surplus stock reaches front-line key workers and people who need the support the most.

Company Shop Group has the agility and flexibility to adapt and handle any surplus stock that can be eaten, used or worn. Through its scale, national infrastructure and technical capabilities, Company Shop can support you to safely and compliantly respond to the stock challenges you may be facing. It also provides full product traceability and brand protection, whilst maintaining the highest standards of food safety.

The Group provides a financial return on what would otherwise costly waste streams, whilst generating maximum social and environmental impact. All stock is redistributed across the Group’s network of Company Shop stores which are open to almost all key workers, or through its social enterprise Community Shop which supports families most in need (which also accepts donations), so the Group can help businesses to help others. To discuss how you can sell or donate your surplus stock, or for specific information on sustainable surplus solutions, speak to the experts on 0800 211 8484 or surplus@companyshopgroup.co.uk

BRCGS FOOD SAFETY EUROPE GOES VIRTUAL – BOOK NOW FOR JANUARY 28TH 2021

Posted on January 12, 2021 by Neesha Ramsingh-Cleary

Food Safety Europe 2021 is a 1-day conference that will deliver valuable insights and knowledge sharing designed specifically to improve European food safety management in retail, food service and manufacturing environments.

The event creates a variety of opportunities for delegates from across the industry to network with their peers and for the first time ever, this event is 100% virtual, expanding opportunities for attendance across the globe from the safety of your own home.

Participate in presentations, visit exhibitors, breakout into networking sessions, book 1-2-1 meetings

and build new relationships with your personalised profile on the events platform.

Presentation topics include:

Developing horizon scan processes
Implementing Food safety culture across international companies with different cultural attitudes
Digitalizing data and processes in food safety
Combatting food fraud and adulteration
Common non-conformances in the BRCGS Food 8 standard
Panel discussions on best practices for remote audits
Supplier assurance: managing and mitigating risk in the supply chain
Food Safety Security and lessons learnt from COVID-19
Panel discussions on sustainability, ethics, and food safety- balancing competing demands

Please visit BRCGS’ website for full programme and tickets:

https://www.brcgs.com/events/food-safety-europe-2021/

Note: Members of Campden BRI can enjoy 20% off the ticket price! – please use this code when booking: CAM20

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Member Benefits

Exclusive Partnership deals on key products and services:

BFFF energy deals and rates
Vypr member deals and introduction
Defib Plus deals
Company Shop – membership
Mentor – MHE training health check

Exclusive access to networking opportunities and events:

Meet the Buyer events (retail & foodservice)
Annual Business Conference with networking dinner
Specialist H&S and Technical Conferences
Special interest groups (packaging, frozen food temperatures)
Annual Lunch
Awards Night

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Sponsorship Packages

We offer a range of sponsorship opportunities to BFFF members across our events throughout the year, with flexible packages that can be tailored to suit your business objectives.

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