The Federation of Wholesale Distributors (FWD) has met with more than 50 MPs in Westminster for a parliamentary drop-in event to set out some of the most pressing challenges facing the wholesale channel.
Senior political figures from across the spectrum met with representatives from the FWD membership and their suppliers, with Chair of the Energy Security and Net Zero Committee Bill Esterson MP, former Chief Whip Wendy Morton MP, and Deputy Speaker Rt Hon Caroline Nokes MP, meeting senior wholesalers from Bidfood and Brakes UK, as well as suppliers Diageo, Suntory Beverage & Food GB&I and PepsiCo.
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Commenting on the event, FWD Chief Executive James Bielby said: “With many new faces returned to Parliament in July, our parliamentary drop-in event was a fantastic opportunity to showcase the essential role our members are playing in driving economic growth. The incredible interest and support we received on the day from MPs is a testament to the work of our members and a recognition of the critical role they play in serving the public sector.
“With 60,000 people directly employed in our industry, every day, our members serve the nation in often difficult economic circumstances. Yesterday was therefore an excellent opportunity to talk through several pertinent policy areas, including business rates, wider Budget implications, and wholesale crime.
