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Food: Publicity

Asked by Carla LockhartDemocratic Unionist PartyDepartment for Environment, Food and Rural AffairsTabled Answered 20 January 2026UIN 105054

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what steps her Department is taking to promote the use of locally produced food and drink.

Answered by Dame Angela Eagle

The food strategy recognises the key role that regional and local food systems can play in supporting delivery of the growth, health, sustainability, and food security/ resilience outcomes. Defra wants to create an environment that champions UK food cultures and celebrates British food. The strategy is an opportunity to celebrate the food we make which is uniquely British, combining our heritage and the expertise and innovation of our food businesses.

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