19 Sep 2019

No deal Brexit: foodbanks and hospital suppliers fear food shortages

Data Correspondent and Presenter

Food suppliers and foodbanks have questioned whether THEY would be responsible for securing basic supplies for vulnerable people if a No deal Brexit lead to food shortages. Earlier this month, the Food and Rural Affairs Minister Zac Goldsmith said his department was “not responsible for the supply of food and drink to the population in an emergency” adding that food suppliers should respond to any disruptions. So in a No Deal Brexit who IS responsible for feeding those most in need?