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News: Campaign to entice new workers onto UK farms

Farming bodies have launched a #FeedTheNation campaign to get UK based workers onto UK farms at this crucial time. Sustain takes a look, lists the key sites helping to match workers with farmers and calls for decent work and conditions for all food workers. ***Update 19 April 2020 - The new government Pick for Britain website is up and running - set up with farm bodies and recruitment agencies - to connect those seeking seasonal jobs with local farms. Peak jobs from end May through summer until October. Visit it here.***
Coronavirus Food Alert | Wednesday 1 April 2020

Page: Food for older people

What should we do to secure food for older people to be able to stay at home during Covid-19 coronavirus?
Coronavirus Food Alert

Page: Food and immigration status

Alert: Some people will not get support to afford food and stay at home during Covid-19 coronavirus. Action is needed.
Coronavirus Food Alert

Page: Food for vulnerable children

How can we ensure that children get the food they need during Covid-19 coronavirus?
Coronavirus Food Alert

Recipie: Real Bread without bread flour

In answer to the question ‘can I make Real Bread with plain flour?'
Real Bread Campaign | Wednesday 1 April 2020

Page: Jobs, workers and decent conditions

New work in the UK farm and food industries and ensuring decent conditions in Covid-19 coronavirus. ***Update - The new government website is up and running - set up with farm bodies and recruitment agencies - to connect those seeking seasonal jobs with local farms. Peak jobs from end May through summer until October. https://t.co/Vzrs0w6JGP ***
Coronavirus Food Alert

News: "Something to be proud of" - lessons from meals on wheels services from around the world

A new report on meals on wheels services in France, Italy and South Korea provides lessons for the UK on running meals on wheels services, including during the current Covid-19 crisis.
Older People’s Food Campaign | Tuesday 31 March 2020

News: Free school meals during Covid-19: new vouchers & guidance launched

The Department for Education has announced a national cash voucher scheme for children normally getting free school meals who are now at home. Families will receive £15 per week to spend in supermarkets.
Coronavirus Food Alert | Tuesday 31 March 2020

Blog: People Power: Five food actions we can all take to get us through the Covid-19 emergency

How do we act effectively, safely, and for long-term resilience when personally supporting local food aid efforts, asks Sustainable Food Places Local Action Coordinator Vera Zakharov.
Coronavirus Food Alert | Monday 30 March 2020

News: Signature waived on Healthy Start applications from 6 April 2020

Families can now apply for Healthy Start food vouchers without a health professional's signature on the form, as was previously required.
Food Power | Monday 30 March 2020