Right to food
Most people in the UK believe in something simple: that everyone should be able to rely on the basics... having enough to eat, a safe place to live, and support when times are tough. It’s about fairness, dignity, and knowing you won’t be left behind. But for many people, that is no longer the reality. Families are struggling to afford food, skipping meals or relying on food banks.
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14.1 million
people in the UK don’t have enough food
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2.6 million
emergency food parcels were distributed by the Trussell Trust in 2025
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74%
of people using Trussell food banks have a disability (when only 28% of people have a disability)
Communities are stepping in to help, but they are often filling gaps that should not exist. These aren't isolated problems or personal failings. They're a sign that the system is not delivering the basic protections people need to live with dignity.
What we're doing about it
We've been taking part in the Parliamentary Right to Food UK Commission, travelling the country and talking to people about the reality of food in the UK.
Watch this space to find out more.
It's time for a Right to Food Bill
Everyday rights are how we fix this. That means putting in place clear rules and protections so that everyone can access food without relying on charity.
We're calling for a Bill protecting the right for all of us to access food – enough food, the right food and food that makes us healthy.
Prime Minister: Poverty is a political choice
Right now in the UK, millions of people can’t afford the basics – food, rent, bills. That's why we're calling on the government to invest in social security and make sure everyone has enough to live on.
Sign the petition
Tell the Prime Minister that poverty is a political choice and he has the power to end it.
