Central Scotland MSP, Graham Simpson, visited local confectionary company Lazy Day Foods at their factory to discuss the work they’re doing to cater for people with food intolerances.
He met with founders and professional food scientists, Dr Sally Beattie and Emer Bustard, at their site in Shotts to look around the facility and hear more about their plans for the future.
Lazy Day Foods, which was established back in 2006, are a leading producer of hand-made ‘treat’ products which are tailored to those with specific dietary requirements including gluten-free, milk-free and egg-free.
Their products are stocked in all major UK retailers and wholesalers with an added bonus of a 6-month shelf life due to the lack of perishable ingredients.
Mr Simpson heard how the business has gone from strength to strength, with growth trebling in the last five years, and their multiple awards.
The company are part of the Lanarkshire Larder Group, a regional food organisation, which celebrate the produce on offer in the local area and meet regularly to raise awareness in the local community.
Graham Simpson, MSP for Central Scotland said: “I was delighted to visit Lazy Day Food’s site in Shotts, who are a real success story in the region.
“Everyone should be able to indulge in sweet treats from time to time, including those with a food intolerance or dietary requirements.
“Their huge list of awards and commendations are a testament to the company’s great work”.
“I thank Sally and Emer for taking the time to discuss their plans for the future and show me first-hand how the business operates”.
