Food Poverty Strategy Bill

A Bill to require the Secretary of State to publish a strategy for ending the need for food banks by 2030; and for connected purposes.

Originating House

House of Commons

Last Updated

1 November 2023

In Plain English

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The Food Poverty Strategy Bill would require the Secretary of State to publish a strategy aimed at ending the need for food banks by 2030. The plan would address food poverty and seek to improve support for people on low incomes. It is currently at its first reading in the House of Commons, starting its journey through Parliament.

Key Points

Imposes a legal duty on the Secretary of State to publish a strategy to end the need for food banks by 2030.
The strategy should set out steps to reduce food poverty and improve welfare support.
Represents a cross-government objective linking economy and welfare policy.
At its first reading in the Commons, the bill has begun the legislative process but awaits detailed examination.

Progress

The bill is at the first reading stage in the House of Commons and has not yet progressed to committee or further stages.

Who is affected?

People experiencing food poverty or who rely on food banksFamilies and individuals on low incomes or benefitsChildren living in povertyCharities, volunteers and food banks that provide food aidLocal authorities and public services involved in welfare and support programmes

Generated 21 February 2026

Updates & Documents

News (1)

Food Poverty Strategy Bill

8 Jun 2023

The 2022-2023 session of Parliament has prorogued and this Bill will make no further progress.

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.

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