Thomas West

Deputy Editor

Tom has spent the last four years working as a business journalist with a focus on marketing and advertising news. A recent addition to the team as Deputy Editor of Food Manufacture, he will assist the Editor Bethan Grylls in delivering the publication’s content strategy; as well as producing a range of engaging news and feature articles for its readers.

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Tesco using AI to drive personalised experiences for its shoppers

15-Apr-2026

By Thomas West

Tesco is entering into a “strategic AI partnership” with computer software firm, Adobe, to offer more personalised experiences to its shoppers.

Childhood obesity epidemic drives government’s drastic overhaul of school menus

14-Apr-2026

By Thomas West

The UK Government is scrapping high-sugar and deep-fried foods from school menus across the country in a bid to tackle the childhood obesity epidemic.

UK obesity epidemic: The UPF scapegoat debate

05-Mar-2026

By Thomas West

Industry experts have their say on ultra processed food and the UK’s obesity crisis.