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<p>This is a devolved matter and the information provided therefore relates to England
only.</p><p> </p><p>The safe and speedy redistribution of surplus food is a Government
priority. The Food and Drink Waste Hierarchy includes the expectation that all businesses
prioritise surplus redistribution before disposal. Government works closely with businesses
through our delivery partner the Waste and Resources Action Programme (WRAP) to overcome
any barriers to this requirement. This includes the development of guidance and best
practice through a sector wide working group, and support for the Target Measure Act
(TMA) approach to understanding and acting on food waste in supply chains, including
the redistribution of any surplus should it arise.</p><p> </p><p>Since 2018, Defra
funding of nearly £13m has supported both large and small redistribution organisations
across the country to make sure more surplus food gets to charities.</p>
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