Natasha shares her take on three initiatives geared towards supporting shoppers to eat healthier this January   After an indulgent festive season, many will be looking for ways to re-balance and prioritise health goals or resolutions this New Year. With nearly 9 in 10 shoppers (88%) saying they are actively trying to improve some part of their diet [i] , I’ve been looking at how f...

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Read our latest research on shoppers’ use and understanding of front of pack nutrition labelling.   Shoppers are increasingly interested in health and are using nutrition information to help them to make better choices. Read this report to understand how shoppers feel about front of pack (FOP) nutrition labelling, how well they understand them and use them alongside health claims to...

There are many different types of front of pack nutrition labels in use around the world. Use this article to learn about some of the most widely used nutrition labels.   Front of pack (FOP) nutrition labels are provided to help consumers make more informed choices. When nutrition information is noticeable and easily understood, it can drive consumers to make healthier choices. Nutr...

Purpose of the document The purpose of this policy is to outline IGD’s approach to safeguarding vulnerable beneficiaries, in relation to the activities of staff, volunteers and trustees taking part in IGD’s charitable programmes. Context IGD is committed to safeguarding all beneficiaries – with particular focus on those who may be vulnerable. In relation to IGD’s current programm...

IGD aims to develop a culture of openness. As part of this it is fundamental that any concerns you may have about suspected malpractice within IGD, are raised. It is in everyone’s interest to ensure that malpractice does not occur, by anyone, to anyone or in any practice. The following policy and procedure explains what is meant by malpractice and how genuine concerns should be raised. Anyone who...

Dealing with Brexit and its consequences is likely to occupy a good deal of “run-time” for government and for Parliament over years ahead. Once outside the EU, the UK will need to develop new policy frameworks in many areas relevant to grocery businesses, including: Agriculture Environment Health Industry Labour / migration Technology Transport  With the Conserva...

Media Release Wednesday, 18 December 2019 - As online shopping continues to be the fastest-growing channel in Asia’s grocery market, international researcher IGD reveals the two biggest players, JD.com and Alibaba, are driving the most growth in online grocery shopping, with their combined grocery sales growth in value terms outstripping that of the overall market.   With a current...

The general election of 2019 has resulted in a majority for the Conservatives, who have gained 47 seats, taking 365 out of 650 House of Commons seats, a majority of 80. This majority is unusually large, by historical standards, giving Mr Johnson great freedom of action in Brexit and in other matters, assuming that Conservative MPs remain loyal. Mr Johnson has been appointed Prime Minister...

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