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UK food supply resilient, but household access to healthy, affordable food remains a key concern.
Conclusion
The UK has demonstrated a resilient food supply during some of the most challenging events in recent times, in particular the covid-19 pandemic, the continuing Russia- Ukraine war and the UK’s departure from the EU. The role of the Government and the food supply chain in achieving this resilience should be applauded. However, food security also needs to consider the Government’s role in ensuring household level access to healthy and affordable food.
Government Response Summary
The government states it takes food security seriously, highlighted by the Farm to Fork Summit and an upcoming FCDO event on global food security, and will consider further events. However, it does not commit to specific actions regarding household-level access to healthy and affordable food.
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Government Response
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Government Response
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HM Government
Acknowledged
The Government takes food security very seriously. The Farm to Fork Summit was focussed on supporting the productivity, resilience and sustainability of our domestic food and drink sector, which is a key pillar of our food security. The Government, led by the FCDO, will be hosting an event in November focussed on global food security, another key pillar. We will consider further events as appropriate.
Timeline
Recommendation age
2.8 yrs
Report published
28 Jul 2023