food security
Barnet Council is progressing food security initiatives, including task group updates and a dedicated Food Champion, with Newham Council to discuss the topic in October 2026.
Barnet Council's Children and Education Overview and Scrutiny Sub-Committee received updates on the food security task and finish group in January 2026. This follows the appointment of Councillor Alison Moore as the Councillor Food Champion in December 2025, a role intended to provide strategic focus beyond emergency food. The Overview and Scrutiny Committee discussed updates on various Task and Finish Groups, including food security, at that time.
Newham Council is scheduled to discuss food security at its Council meeting in October 2026. Food security refers to ensuring that all people have reliable access to sufficient, safe, and nutritious food. Councils aim to address this by ensuring individuals and communities can access and afford healthy food.
Key facts
- Barnet Council's Children and Education Overview and Scrutiny Sub-Committee received updates on the food security task and finish group in January 2026. Source
- Barnet Council appointed Councillor Alison Moore as the new Councillor Food Champion in December 2025. Source
- Councillor Moore's role as Food Champion is envisaged to have a broader remit beyond emergency food. Source
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