Author: Amy Deptford

We brought a vibrant fruit and veg market stall into the heart of Parliament to showcase to policymakers the transformative impact of our Rose Vouchers for Fruit & Veg projects. Read…

We’re taking Rose Vouchers to Westminster, and you can help us spread the word by asking your MP to come to our event! Read…

We welcome the Chancellor’s announcement to increase the National Living Wage, but it still falls short of the actual cost of living and the reality faced by many families living on low incomes who struggle to afford healthy food. Read…

The eagerly anticipated report by the House of Lords Food, Diet and Obesity Committee has called for government action to address the ‘ticking time bomb’ of obesity and the ‘urgent problem’ of food insecurity. Among its central recommendation for a comprehensive, cross-governmental food strategy, the Committee emphasised the need for interventions that make healthy food Read…

As the Autumn Budget approaches, Alexandra Rose Charity is calling for the Government to commit to bold actions to tackle food insecurity and support families to afford a healthy diet. Read…

In support of the Obesity Health Alliance’s launch of their Local Government Position Statement this week, our Policy and Advocacy Manager explains why restoring the public health grant will give a vital lifeline for local authorities working to improve access to healthy food. Read…

Whilst the announcement of the Child Poverty Action Taskforce is a step in the right direction, it is crucial that the Taskforce commit to bold actions that ensure every family can afford a healthy diet. Read…

How can our new Government boost the nation’s health, address food poverty and reshape our food system? We think that Rose Vouchers have a crucial role to play. Read…

Last month, members of the House of Lords Food, Diet and Obesity Committee visited our Fruit & Veg on Prescription Project at the Bromley By Bow Centre. Read…