Following a number of concerns over the potential cross-contamination presence of mustard in some wheat coming into the UK from abroad.

The British Sandwich & Food to Go Association has developed a sticker for use on sandwiches intended for consumption in the NHS, advising on the need to keep the product chilled if not for immediate consumption.

 Actions from meeting of the BSA waste sub-group

In August 2020 the government announced that in 2021 the Single-Use Carrier Bag Charge would be increased to 10p and extended to all retailers in England. Since its introduction, use of carrier bags in the main supermarkets has reduced by 95% and the Government is keen to build on this success.  

What you can and cannot do:

Coronavirus science briefing summary and information on ventilation within premises.

The following guidance is designed to help those re-opening sandwich bars, cafes and coffee shops comply with Government requirements in relation to COVID-19.

This set of guidelines for labelling sandwiches and food to go products under the new Food Information regulations has been published by the British Sandwich & Food to Go Association (correct as at 13th May 2020).

Under the Government’s pandemic restrictions, restaurants and takeaways are encouraged to stay open to offer hot food on a delivery or collection basis.  The Government is going to relax planning rules to allow pubs and restaurants, currently not offering delivery or takeaway services, to be able to do so. 

The following guideline was produced by The Pizza Pasta & Italian Food Association and is designed to encourage driver safety as well as good operator practice.