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News: Rise in slavery on farms and in food industry

The number of modern slavery cases rose by 35% from 2016-2017 according to the Gangmasters and Labour Abuse Authority - with agriculture and food industry amongst the worst sectors.
Sustainable Farming Campaign | Thursday 10 May 2018

Reports: Sustainable Food Procurement in London's Public Sector

In 2004, Sustain was commissioned by the London Development Agency food programme (now run by the Greater London Authority) to help one Greater London Authority (GLA) catering team to integrate healthy and sustainable food procurement into their policies and catering operations. This report gives an account of how this work was undertaken, the results and recommendations for sustainable food procurement by London's statutory bodies.
Good Food on the Public Plate | Thursday 30 June 2005

Blog: Food increasingly on the menu at local elections

The most recent local elections have seen several mayoral candidates across the political spectrum make food-related pledges. In this blog we highlight examples and explore the growing power and influence of metro mayors. 
Good Food Local | Monday 6 May 2024

Events: Vegan DIY Food Fermentation

Learn how to easily ferment food at home.
Capital Growth | Wednesday 12 August 2020

News: IPPR report calls on Government to use tax system to promote healthier food

Slashing childhood obesity levels to 1980s levels could save the NHS and society £425 BILLION over children's lifetimes, according to the IPPR report, supported by Cancer Research UK, British Heart Foundation and Diabetes UK.
Children's Food Campaign | Wednesday 26 August 2020

News: Healthy soils are needed to protect our supply of food

Sustain member the Campaign to Protect Rural England (CPRE) calls for a radical rethinking of farming practices to regenerate the soil.
Sustainable Farming Campaign | Friday 21 December 2018

News: Liberal Democrats announce new food and farming policy

The Liberal Democrats would introduce free primary school meals, boost farmer support by £1billion, ensure public sector food reflects a sustainable diet and stop pollution from intensive livestock in our rivers.
Sustain | Thursday 28 September 2023

News: Food Crime Unit under threat

The head of the Food Standards Agency has said that the body set up to prevent another horse meat scandal will be mothballed unless the Government provides more funding.
Sustain | Friday 22 September 2017

News: Bedford Borough Council introduces a healthier food advertising policy

Bedford Council signed off on a robust policy to restrict unhealthy food and drinks adverts in their local area. The measures have been introduced to improve public health.
Commercial Determinants | Wednesday 7 May 2025

News: Dignity in community food support

A new resource has launched to champion dignity in community food support. The Alliance for Dignified Food Support is a coalition of community food organisers, local food partnerships, academics, and activists committed to integrating dignity into food support provision.
Food Poverty | Thursday 6 June 2024


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