Environment Secretary Dame Angela Eagle has advised UK households to stock up on food in preparation for potential extreme weather this winter, driven by a significant El Niño event. The National Audit Office has highlighted vulnerabilities in Britain's food supply chain, exacerbated by climate change and cyber-attack risks.
The NAO report indicates that the government relies heavily on the private sector for food supply management, which may not be sufficient during disruptions. Officials are expected to announce a strategy later this year to enhance national emergency preparedness and resilience in the food supply system.