House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
Government Food Strategy
13 June 2022 · Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Proposed by George Eustice Con Camborne and Redruth
Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.
At a glance
Key points
- The UK government introduces its first food strategy to ensure future sustainability and security.
- The strategy builds on Henry Dimbleby's independent review and addresses food security, job creation, and innovation.
- The minister confirms ongoing work and progress reporting alongside the next UK Food Security report.
Issue summary
The statement introduces the UK government's first ever food strategy, which aims to transform the food system for future sustainability and security.
Action requested
The minister announces the publication of the food strategy that builds on Henry Dimbleby’s independent review, focuses on food security, job creation, innovation, and collaboration across departments and stakeholders. It confirms ongoing work and progress reporting alongside the next UK Food Security report.
Key facts
- The government's first ever food strategy has been published.
- The strategy follows an independent review led by Henry Dimbleby.
- Objectives include boosting food production, job creation, skills development, and innovation.