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Food Supply

Commons · Question 126761 · Tabled 13 Apr 2026 · Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs · Official record

Answered 20 Apr 2026

Question

Asked by Simon Opher

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what steps is she taking to improve food security.

Answer

Answered by Dame Angela Eagle, 20 Apr 2026

The UK has a resilient food supply chain and is equipped to deal with situations with the potential to cause disruption. Defra works with industry and across Government to monitor risks that may arise. This includes extensive, regular and ongoing engageme...