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We work with many companies in multiple industries, and collaborate with other leading industry associations. Read our latest news and you will learn how our standards are being applied throughout the UK and globally. And you can read our case studies and press releases too.
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Preparing for changes at the UK border
If you’re in the food industry, it’s pays to be prepared for any eventuality on changes to the border process, after 29 March 2019. GS1 UK have been working with key UK government departments, to provide
Industry news
31/01/2019

Spotlight on Commerce Connections Ltd
We are fortunate to work with a wide range of accredited partners, with a shared commitment to using GS1 standards And, as the number of SMEs joining our community grows, it’s vital for us to conn
Industry news
29/01/2019

GS1 General Specifications version 19 now available
Find out the latest updates to GS1 standards – or just explore what they can do for you and your business
Industry news
25/01/2019

What does no deal mean for…
In 2019, the United Kingdom (UK) is set to leave the European Union (EU) after 46 years of membership, but after almost three years of negotiation the UK’s exit strategy is still worryingly unclear In rec
Industry news
21/01/2019

Four strategies to overcome poor food labelling
Errors in product labelling can cause a raft of serious problems for brands and consumers alike, but there are straightforward fixes to this industry-wide concern Ongoing turbulence in the retail industry
Industry news
15/01/2019

Unifying product data for small business success
productDNA represents a milestone for data management in the retail industry for businesses both great and small.
Industry news
10/12/2018


GTIN reuse ends on 31 December 2018
From the start of 2019, you will no longer be able to reuse your GTINs.
Industry news
05/12/2018

Tesco, Ocado, Unilever and Sainsbury’s share why the UK grocery industry is backing productDNA
Last month, GS1 UK hosted a live webinar alongside senior directors from Tesco, Ocado, Unilever and Sainsbury’s to discuss why UK retailers and manufactures are adopting
Industry news
13/11/2018

GS1 barcode usage increasing in healthcare products
Survey reveals over 90% of products scanned have GS1 identifiers Using the GS1 healthcare app, members of the GS1 Global and UK office visited Queen Alexandra Hospital in Portsmouth to measure the number
Industry news
12/11/2018