Written Question·Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs·UIN 102308

Public Sector: Food

Tabled: 2 January 2026
Answered: 12 January 2026

Question

Noah Law

LabourSt Austell and Newquay

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, whether she plans to ensure that food purchased by the public sector recognises seasonality of produce.

Answer

Dame Angela Eagle
The Government Buying Standards for Food and Catering Services (GBSF) already encourage public sector caterers to include seasonally available ingredients in their menus. The Government is currently considering options, including updating the GBSF to furt...

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