The UK's food supply would face 'unprecedented' levels of disruption in the aftermath of a no-deal Brexit, academics have warned.
The Food & Drink Federation has warned that certain foods would quickly run out if the UK leaves the EU without a deal on October 31."Within weeks it is likely that shoppers would notice significant and adverse changes to the products available and random, selective shortages. Limited shelf life products would face the most immediate risk.
"Low-income groups in the UK would disproportionately be affected by the impacts of a no-deal Brexit on food prices and availability," he wrote. "At what point will the public be engaged and informed to help prepare for a no-deal Brexit? And is public health at the heart of planning?"
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