UK - Halal meat getting recognition at long last

Posted in: UK, Europe, Meat & Poultry, Research
A research project has been commissioned by the newly-formed Halal Steering Group, established by EBLEX with key industry figures to guide work in the Halal sector and act as a forum for issues related to Halal meat. It will cover the Muslim population growth in England, as well as demand for Halal products, the supply chain and changing consumption trends, and build on previous work done to form a complete view of the Halal sector.

Jan 28, 2010 - 3:49:41 AM Read more

We are competing with the superstores

Posted in: UK, Retail
A local Halal grocery store in the UK is upping its standards on hygiene, and separating the butcher side of the business from the grocery section for less risk of contamination. They still have to compete with the superstores, but this investment in making their Halal store a hygenic and well organised environment is important for the reputation of Halal in the UK. Young Muslims are looking for these clean modern Halal stores to shop in nowadays.

Jan 26, 2010 - 2:56:48 AM Read more

Coming Soon….Halal Business Catering in UK

Posted in: UK, Europe, Food Service
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UK Specialist catering company Halalology are launching their new Halal business catering service, specialising in the Halal business lunch. An interesting approach, as there are many times when the Muslims have to pick around the edges or go vegetarian at business functions. The creative approach taken here offers a menu that anyone - Muslim or not - would be really happy to tuck into at a business function. Check out their rather cool online menu!

Jan 7, 2010 - 3:18:38 AM Read more

New Halal meat cultures expand Chr. Hansen’s palette of solutions

Posted in: UK, Ingredients
“After many customer requests Chr. Hansen has partnered with the Islamic Food Council of Europe to offer Halal certified meat cultures to the meat producers who wish to manufacture products according to the Halal rules,” says John Jensen, Marketing Director, Meat Cultures, Chr. Hansen.

Jan 7, 2010 - 3:11:33 AM Read more

Malaysian Halal Food To Be Sold At 180 Tesco Stores In Britain

Posted in: Asia, UK, Retail
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Malaysian halal food products will soon be available on the shelves of 180 Tesco stores in Britain when four small-and-medium (SME) enterprise suppliers ship RM600,000 worth of items, beginning Jan 11.

Tesco Malaysia Chief Executive Officer Chris Bush said the export of halal food products by these suppliers to Tesco UK was part of Tesco Malaysia's programme to promote Malaysian exports to the British market.

Jan 7, 2010 - 3:00:38 AM Read more

Is Stunning Animals used for Meat Haram?

Posted in: UK, Europe, Meat & Poultry, Opinion

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The question of stunning animals used for halal meat has become somewhat of buzzword amongst some UK Muslims. This is mainly due to poor communication from the relevant bodies on the differences in stunning techniques and what the shariah (and scholars of fiqh) actually say about the matter of stunning. This short article outlines the approach of Abrahams Natural Foods to stunning. 


Jan 6, 2010 - 5:43:52 AM Read more

KFC's Halal Trial in the UK

Posted in: UK, Meat & Poultry, Restaurants
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KFC is continuing to roll out Halal-certified outlets in certain areas of the UK as part of what they call "Our Halal Trial". This is a significant move within the UK restaurant business, and this has prompted us to put up the relevant page from the KFC website. KFC is clearly making an effort to be sensitive to animal welfare issues, as well as to the sensibilities of their halal consumers by clearly stating that they are only using stunned poultry. Because there are Muslims who prefer not to eat meat from stunned animals, KFC are giving them the option to make their own decision as to whether they want to eat there. By locating the Halal outlets carefully, they are also ensuring that both Halal and non-Halal options remain within easy reach of all their customers. A carefully-considered move that we will watch with interest.

Jan 3, 2010 - 1:14:09 AM Read more

Former Halfords in Bradford to become Halal supermarket

Posted in: UK, Europe, Retail
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Artists impression of the new Halal supermarket
A former motor store which has become an eyesore since it closed more than a decade ago is set to be turned into a £3 million Asian superstore. It is a sign of the times, and another indication of the vibrant role that the Muslim community continue to play in the UK economy. It is also an indication of the strengthening of the Halal consumer market in Europe in general.

Dec 29, 2009 - 11:47:15 PM Read more

Grey Areas of Halal, Transformation And Assimilation

Posted in: Europe, UK, Food Manufacturing
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The Muslim consumer needs to rise to the challenge that they can make the multinational companies look at having their products labeled as Halal. This article goes into the dark tunnel of ingredients in processed food and beverages, which may have no obvious meat source, but which necessitate the need for Halal compliance. This also shows a need for Halal auditors who are capable and qualified to work in these situations beyond the slaughter line.

Dec 28, 2009 - 11:00:54 PM Read more

Liquorice brand bagged

Posted in: Europe, Food Manufacturing, UK
This UK confectionery company has gone the extra distance to make sure their products are both vegetarian and Halal compliant for certification to capture the largest consumer group possible for their Pontefract Cakes. Once you start designing packaging that the consumers will read these issues will pop up. Decisions will need to be made about who your consumer is and what their requirements are, and Halal might well be one of them.

Dec 22, 2009 - 10:35:10 PM Read more