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Arla Foods has strengthened its UK leadership team with the appointment of Matthew Walker as head of its Foodservice business, aiming to accelerate growth across one of its key channels.

Salty Dog is set to ignite the snack market with the launch of its bold new flavour, Fiery Jalapeno & Paprika, as part of an extensive revamp of its product line.

Lindt’s new offering taps into growing demand for dark chocolate, as well as the rising popularity of pistachio-flavoured confectionery.

Kellogg’s has announced the launch of a new limited edition Rice Krispies Squares on the run up to Easter – a Crushed Mini Eggs & Chocolate variety.

Functional soft drinks brand Skip is launching its first lion’s mane flavours across the UK exclusively in Home Bargains this week.

Premium ready meal brand FieldGoods has collaborated with UK-based natural nut butter brand Pip & Nut to introduce a limited-edition Peanut Butter Brownie.

Plant-based meat alternatives brand La Vie has introduced what it claims is a category-first innovation in the UK: Vegan Salami Sticks, rolling out this month for Veganuary.

The Golden Cinnamon flavour features the classic buttery texture of McVitie’s Digestives, enhanced with the warm and sweet notes of cinnamon.

By bypassing the Phase 1 investigation, the CMA aims to expedite the process, benefiting both ABF and Hovis as they seek regulatory clearance for the acquisition.