Nick Hughes

England

Freelance Writer at Freelance

Freelance writer & editor. Children's picture book, Carlton's Perfect Part, https://t.co/HYfCBCkCrw

Articles

Is genetic crop engineering the key to climate-resilient agriculture?

Oct 7, 2024 | thegrocer.co.uk | Nick Hughes

With backing from Labour, precision bred crops could be on their way to UK farms. But the complex issue divides both the industry and the publicImagine a future where a special type of barley reduces the methane emissions from cows, where wheat with a bigger grain size produces more food from less land and where low-carbon legumes are bred to be resistant to pests. That future is edging ever closer in England.
Budget Bytes: Simple, Affordable, and Delicious Recipes for Everyone

Sep 19, 2024 | medium.com | Nick Hughes

Get money on sudohackers.com. Struggling with budgeting? You’re not alone — over 60% of people fail to stick to their budget. Visit sudohackers.com for trusted money management solutions that help you stay on track and elevate your financial game. Budget Bytes has become a trusted go-to source for people looking to save money without compromising on taste. It’s a blog filled with recipes that are budget-friendly, easy to make, and delicious.
The MATs fighting for the survival of small schools

May 23, 2024 | tes.com | Nick Hughes

From falling pupil numbers to challenges in recruiting teachers, small schools in England are fighting a seemingly never-ending battle for survival. This, in part, explains why many have sought security by joining a multi-academy trust. Data previously shared with Tes from the National Foundation for Educational Research (NFER) shows that out of all the schools that joined a trust in 2021-22, 15 per cent were primaries with 100 pupils or fewer - the largest growth in six years.
How spicy flavours are dominating snacking NPD

Apr 23, 2024 | thegrocer.co.uk | Nick Hughes

How spicy flavours are dominating snacking NPD By Nick Hughes2024-04-24T14:54:00 Spicy flavours are taking off in bagged snacks. So, how big can this fiery trend get? And is there still room for traditional tastes?
Crisps, nuts & bagged snacks trends 2024: How spicy flavours are dominating

Apr 23, 2024 | thegrocer.co.uk | Nick Hughes

Crisps, nuts & bagged snacks trends 2024: How spicy flavours are dominating By Nick Hughes2024-04-24T14:54:00 Spicy flavours are taking off in bagged snacks. So, how big can this fiery trend get? And is there still room for traditional tastes?
«Sparar me oss «til fant» på kostnad av barn og unge?»

Apr 16, 2024 | sunnhordland.no | Håvard Kroka |Stein Høyland |Owe Håstø |Kirill Zimin |Silje Dyrseth Eide |Yngve Nikolaisen | +3 more

Musikk, dans og drama ved Stord vgs. er føreslått nedlagt og Stord kulturskule vert regelrett «rasert» av Stord kommune. Musikklina ved Stord vgs. har i alle år den har eksistert vore særs verdfull for ungdom som ynskjer seg generell studiekompetanse, og samstundes vil uttrykkje seg gjennom kunst og kultur.
Are school clusters the key to successful MAT expansion?

Apr 11, 2024 | tes.com | Nick Hughes

Developing a sustainable model for growth is a key strategic priority for many multi-academy trusts. But how can trusts fulfil their growth ambitions while keeping schools functioning well and maintaining strong oversight? It’s a journey that Cabot Learning Federation (CLF) knows well.
'A £470m tax on regeneration' – the new business rates burden

Apr 8, 2024 | drapersonline.com | Rebecca Thomson |Nick Hughes

By Rebecca Thomson Analysis April’s business rates rise – which will create an additional £470m of annual costs for an already stretched retail sector – has prompted renewed calls for a fairer system. Drapers reports on the implications and asks how retailers are responding. No online subscription: This article requires a paid-for subscription to read it in full.
Focus on Crisps, Nuts and Bagged Snacks: 20 April

Mar 11, 2024 | thegrocer.co.uk | Nick Hughes

Are crisps getting hotter and hotter? Recent launches of crisps with flavours such as katsu curry and jerk sauce and a range with five levels of heat intensity certainly make it seem so. What’s behind the fiery kick – and how long will it dominate crisp flavours? Heat factor: Why are brands pulling out the stops on heat? How long until they max out on spice? What are the different iterations of hot crisps?
Are healthier food & drink sales targets too easy?

Nov 30, 2023 | thegrocer.co.uk | Nick Hughes

Food manufacturers are setting healthier sales targets, but critics accuse them of unambitious goals and sleight of handWhen Nestlé announced plans in September to grow sales of its more nutritious products by CHF20bn-25bn (£18bn-£23bn) by 2030, it was the latest salvo in an ongoing campaign by fmcg suppliers to show they’re serious about supporting global good health.