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News: New Sustain report shows London councils are serving up good food as part of pandemic recovery

The Good Food for all Londoners report, published by Sustain's London Food Link, reviews council action on food under two key themes: tackling food poverty, and how they’re bringing good food to the borough, which covers action on climate and food for the first time.
London Food Link | Tuesday 1 March 2022

News: The majority of English farmers say they have no confidence that Defra’s plan will lead to a successful future for farming

Defra has been working on the Environmental Land Management (ELM) and wider farming policy and regulation changes for several years. However, only 7% of farmers understand Defra’s vision, and many have no confidence it will be positive for British farming.
Sustainable Farming Campaign | Tuesday 1 March 2022

News: Five new food hubs set to open in Wales

A series of enterprising and sustainable food hubs will be established in Welsh communities to promote short supply chains, providing food that is good for people, the environment and local business.
Sustain | Tuesday 1 March 2022

News: New grants to help communities tackle food and climate change

Grants of up to £5,000 are open to any local food partnership, local authority or community group in the UK.
Food for the Planet | Monday 28 February 2022

News: Food retailers join civil society, farmers and academics in call for food laws

Major supermarkets and food retailers, including TESCO, Sainsburys, Co-op, Aldi and M&S, have joined forces with civil society groups, health campaigners and academics in calling for bold food legislation in the UK Government’s response to the National Food Strategy.
National Food Strategy | Sunday 27 February 2022

News: Celebrating seasonal veg in Leeds

FoodWise Leeds plan to celebrate the seasonal fruits and vegetables of Spring, inspired by the success of their Healthy Holidays Christmas competition.
Veg Cities | Thursday 24 February 2022

News: Toolkit launched to support health-promoting planning policies

The ‘Planning for Healthy Food Environments’ toolkit was developed by the Healthier Place, Healthier Future programme, in partnership with Sustain, to support the creation of healthier communities through health-promoting planning policies.
Planning Food Cities | Wednesday 23 February 2022

News: Rise in UK-Brazil trade threatens to speed up destruction of Amazon rainforest and other precious ecosystems

A new report released today reveals that ongoing trade discussions between the UK and Brazil are likely to lead to an increase in pesticide-related harms in both countries.
Sustainable Farming Campaign | Wednesday 23 February 2022

News: Loopholes and missed opportunities? Defra responds to the Lump Sum and Delinking consultation

Earlier in February, Defra published their response to the Lump Sum and Delinking consultation, setting out their plans for these two schemes. Disappointment, with a side of frustration, seems to be the meal of the day.
Sustainable Farming Campaign | Wednesday 23 February 2022

News: Gene editing deregulation - Sustain members and House of Lords share concerns

Proposed new gene editing regulations and wider gene technologies have major implications for farm and food, safety, and governance.
Sustainable Farming Campaign | Wednesday 23 February 2022