Members Update 29th January 2026

Join Us for NCB & SCB Webinar with AHDB & QMS for an update on prices 
Waste and recycling guidance refreshed and updated
Members Website Update
Wages Survey
Update 29-1-2026

 

Join Us for NCB & SCB Webinar with AHDB & QMS for an update on prices  Date: Tuesday 24th February 2026 Time: 2.00-3.00pm (1 hour, to include Q&A) We are excited to invite members to a webinar hosted by National Craft Butchers (NCB) and Scottish Craft Butchers (SCB), featuring experts from AHDB and QMS. This session will give an update in the current trends and future outlook of cattle and beef prices for 2026. Please submit questions in advance, to ensure they are answered. There will be opportunity to ask questions on the day. Registration link below, you will need to be a NCB or SCB member and your registration will need approval before you receive confirmation.  Registration link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/I4H21lRoSq-tWbnq-UvAcQ

Waste and recycling guidance refreshed and updated

HSE has refreshed its guidance on the waste and recycling industry to make it easier to protect people and places in this sector.

Working in close consultation with the Waste Industry Safety and Health Forum (WISH), we have:

• removed outdated or duplicated information
• brought guidance up to date, so it reflects changes in the industry
• reduced the size of the site substantially, so it will be easier for you to find the advice you need

To find out how it can help you protect your workers and comply with the law, visit our updated waste management and recycling website.

Rough sleepers in bins

This can be a particular problem at this time of year, as rough sleepers seek shelter from the cold in large commercial or communal waste bins and may be killed or injured due to being inadvertently tipped into waste-collection trucks.

Our new webpage features guidance providing simple control measures for businesses who manage large commercial bins and storage areas, and those who collect the waste.

Visit our new page on preventing people getting into large waste and recycling bins.

Members Website Update
Your business is currently listed on the Craft Butchers directory:

https://www.craftbutchers.co.uk/find-your-local-scottish-butcher/

We’re updating our member listings and would love to include more detailed information about your business, including opening hours and images, to help customers find and learn more about you.

Update Member details – 2026

Please complete the attached form with the requested details and return it to:

[email protected]

Wages Survey

Please complete the attached wages survey WAGES SURVEY 2026 and return to [email protected].

If you have any questions please contact:

MEMBER SERVICES – Bruce McCall:                           [email protected]                01738 637472

CRAFT SKILLS SCOTLAND – Claire Simpson:             [email protected]                          01738 637785