Food Community

Andrew heads up the team focusing on the production, labelling and sale of food alongside the responsible sourcing and production of all retail products. Covering a complex legislative agenda, he and his team work closely with key officials in all UK Governments and Brussels. They are also working closely with key NGOs and partners in the supply chain to improve the way products are made and sold.

Andrew has huge experience in food production from his time with the NFU and before that as Chartered Surveyor managing a dairy estate.

Devina Sankhla is Food Policy Advisor at the BRC, responsible for food safety and quality aspects including microbiology, chemical contaminants, food contact materials, food fraud & authenticity, allergens, novel foods and additives. She also supports on the border target operating model and pet food.

She leads the Microbiology, Emerging Risks & Chemical Contaminants and Allergens Working Groups at the BRC, working with members, government, and various associations & industry partners. She also sits on the board for the Food Authencity Network and various government working groups.

Devina has a strong regulatory background, with over 15 years’ experience in previous food labelling and regulatory roles.