Business & Industry

The Big Tick is awarded to businesses that are able to demonstrate significant impact and high quality management of their responsible business practices and who can show a positive impact both on soc

The scheme includes gift rewards from golf equipment to spa vouchers, and weekend breaks to a spin in a Lamborghini. It will run throughout the summer period, from July to September.

Exports were worth £9.23bn in 2008, up 20% in value terms on the year before. But when alcoholic beverages – notably Scotch Whisky – are included, exports hit £13.6bn.

The seminar will focus on three main areas: Norovirus; the latest developments in Food Safety Legislation; and the Innovative Food Preparation Techniques of Sushi, Sashimi and Sous Vide.

Scottish junior team manager is David Auchie from South Lanarkshire College and Scottish senior team manager is David Hunt from Inspire Catering.

Leading chefs Phil Vickery, Jean-Christophe Novelli and Alan Coxon were on hand to pass on some tips.

Ford impressed the judges with the high standard of his menu and the ease of his culinary skills in the kitchen.

Since its launch in 2003, www.scotlandfoodanddrink.org has been the first port of call for the industry's information needs, providing access to key resources to support company growth in areas such a

The annual awards, organised by Warwickshire County Council and supported by Advantage West Midlands, are open to all Coventry & Warwickshire businesses who either serve or produce food and drink,

As well as the coveted trophy, the 23-year-old won a two week bursary abroad at an internationally renowned restaurant with mentoring from an accomplished chef, a year's free membership with the prest