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The Guild of Food Writers is the professional association of food writers and broadcasters in the UK. Established in 1984, it now has over 360 authors, columnists, freelance journalists and broadcasters amongst its members. It offers to professional support and guidance to members, its busy calendar including an annual lecture dinner and AGM, annual awards open to all, monthly workshops, talks, occasional professional and social events as well as a bi-monthly publication, Savour, and a comprehensive, detailed annual directory of members. It also has a regularly updated website at www.gfw.co.uk. In the public forum the Guild campaigns with authority for improvements in the awareness and quality of food in every sector of society. To find out more or to become a member contact Jonathan Woods [email protected].

The HSE catering website includes free guides to subjects such as manual handling, and slips, trips and falls.

Global alliance of membership associations representing caterers, hospitality professionals, and foodservice managers in healthcare industries to benefit the members of each participating association.

Founded in 1948, the HCA is a national organisation with branches in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Its aims are the promotion and improvement of the standards of catering in hospitals and healthcare establishments; education and training; and improving the professional interests and status of health care caterers.

Hospitality charity dedicated to helping those from the industry who find themselves in need. Includes the Ark Foundation, which educates on the dangers of alcohol and drug misuse.

Quality standard for service and business excellence in the hospitality industry.