The UK has a food waste problem and a food poverty problem

A billion meals a year are wasted in the UK, while many people face food poverty. This issue arises from surplus food not being redistributed effectively.

The problem A billion meals a year are wasted in the UK, while many people face food poverty. This issue arises from surplus food not being redistributed effectively. What the source reported The Guardian reports: The Guardian reported that an average UK household wastes about three meals a week, contributing to over 1 billion meals worth of surplus food being wasted annually across the food sector. Why it matters Addressing food waste and food poverty simultaneously could improve food security and reduce environmental impact, making it crucial for communities and policymakers to engage. What an MLAIEL team can do A team can track the gap between food surplus and food poverty in the UK, organizing efforts to connect food businesses with redistribution networks and government initiatives. Source The Guardian — The UK has a food waste problem and a food poverty problem – and we have a plan to fix them both | Charlotte Hill Link