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<p>The Government has worked closely with the third sector to identify others outside
of the shielded definition who may also need support in getting essential food supplies
including speaking to volunteer groups, food bank organisations and redistribution
charities to understand what can be done to help. We maintain regular contact with
representatives across the food supply chain and civil society to ensure there is
sufficient support available for those who have to stay at home, including people
with disabilities.</p><p> </p><p>We know the difficulties that disabled people currently
face in accessing food and are taking steps to support them. We know that a large
number of vulnerable people continue to rely on friends, family and wider community
support. Where that is not possible, we are working with major third sector organisations
to refer vulnerable people on to a variety of tailored services including facilitating
access to priority supermarket delivery slots.</p>
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