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Over 5 million people in the UK struggle to get enough to eat. We’re working to change that through people-powered projects and campaigns that tackle the root causes of food poverty and ensure everyone has dignified access to healthy, affordable food.

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London Food Poverty Campaign

Encouraging London boroughs to address food poverty beyond the food bank.

Food Power

The Food Power network of food poverty alliances are tackling food poverty and its root causes.

Older People’s Food Campaign

Meals on wheels services support thousands of older people every day to stay independent in their own homes and enrich their lives.

Right to Food

Everyone has the right to enjoy safe, nutritious and sustainable food. This project advocates the realisation of the Right to Food in UK law.

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London councils widen access to good food and shift to greener thinking, says new report

More Londoners have access to affordable, healthy and sustainable food, as councils step up in times of crisis, says latest Good Food for All Londoners report.

27 Mar 2023
London Food Link

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Cost of some everyday groceries has more than doubled in a year, consumer champion Which? finds

24 Mar 2023
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British Library event: Eating well for older people

9 Mar 2023
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Local authorities must engage people struggling with food poverty to shape their work

10 Jan 2023
Food Poverty

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