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Are You Ready for Britain's Next Big Crisis? Experts Warn a Food Emergency May Be Closer Than You Think

Experts warn Britain could face a food crisis driven by climate change, inflation and fragile supply chains, urging reforms to prevent shortages.

International Business Times UK · Jun 1

Britain ‘sleepwalking into a food crisis’ without urgent action, experts say

Industry figures warn of national security risk and call for ministers to address impact of extreme weather, inflation and Iran war

The Guardian - UK · May 28

It shouldn’t take a war for Britain to wake up to the need for food security

Everyone has a part to play in reducing our reliance on imported foods, but ministers must provide incentives, says Tim Lang of the Centre for Food Policy

The Guardian - UK · Apr 9

Food security a ‘slow-burning crisis’ in Britain, former UK intelligence chief warns

Sir David Omand said that UK governments should seek to prepare in the event of a food shock

The Independent UK · May 27, 2025

If disaster strikes, will there be enough to eat? Britain should be prepared – but it isn’t

Other countries are moving fast to inform and prepare their citizens about emergency resilience. The times demand no less, says Tim Lang, professor emeritus of food policy at City University of London

The Guardian - UK · Mar 11, 2025

Urgent action needed to ensure UK food security, report warns

The UK’s food supply has been threatened by recent events, such as the war in Ukraine and the Covid-19 pandemic

The Guardian - UK · Feb 6, 2025

People in England facing food poisoning ‘Russian roulette’ as illnesses soar

Exclusive: Hospital admissions for salmonella and E coli have reached their highest level in decades

The Guardian - UK · Mar 6, 2024

Baked beans could be grown in Britain for first time after scientists' discovery

Thousands of tonnes of dried haricot beans are imported to the UK each week by the major brands - but all that could change with new hope for growers

Daily Mirror · Jun 16, 2023

Slash cost of fruit and veg, experts urge PM ahead of No 10 food summit

Families really struggling amid cost of living crisis, experts warn

The Independent UK · May 14, 2023

From pasta and rice to pesto and ketchup: the most ethical and eco-friendly products for your kitchen cupboards

A well-stocked kitchen can help you cut your carbon footprint, reduce waste and insulate you against food shortages. Here are some staple ingredients to get you started

The Guardian - UK · Sep 13, 2022