The UK Advisory Committee on Novel Foods reviewed 27 novel food dossiers, including CBD products, and highlighted safety concerns during the 2025-2026 period.
From CBD to cell-cultivated foods: the UK novel food pipeline in 2025/26
SUGARY DRINKS LEVY IN THE UK TIGHTENED
The UK Government plans to expand the Soft Drinks Industry Levy to include sugary milk and plant-based drinks, lowering the sugar threshold from 5.0g to 4.5g per 100ml effective January 1, 2028. This initiative aims to combat childhood obesity, addressing significant health issues and the associated financial burden on the NHS.
