WholeStory 3.26: Power, Pubs & Policy - Wholesale Political Update

In this latest WholeStory policy update, James Bielby, CEO of Food & Drink Wholesale UK, and Harvey Tebay, Senior Associate at DGA, unpack the political developments wholesalers need to care about and explains how FWD is working behind the scenes to protect and progress members’ interests in Government. The episode covers Exchange for Change and what it could mean for the food and drink supply chain, alongside the real-world impact of the World Cup on pubs this summer. The conversation turns to the May local elections and the continued rise of Reform as a major political force. There’s also a deep dive into the launch of the Resilience Commission; why it matters now, and how wholesale is increasingly recognised as critical to food security, economic stability and resilience. This episode is a clear reminder: FWD is at the table, representing wholesale, influencing policy and making sure the sector’s voice is heard where decisions are made.