On last Thursday on the 1st February there was a session in the Parliament for MPs to raise questions with Penny Mordaunt who is the leader of the House of Commons and apparently he is also the Madam Deputy Speaker. One of the MPs that raised it was Jo Gideon who is the Conservative MP for Stoke-On-Trent and she asked this question and Penny answered on here and below.

Jo: A very happy birthday to you, Madam Deputy Speaker. Food waste is bad for the environment and bad for the economy, which is why the work of food redistribution charities, such as FareShare, is essential. At a time when people are struggling with the cost of living, the redistribution network is vital. We should look at how we can improve it and invest in it. Although the Government are making good progress in reducing food waste along the supply chain, there is still much more that can be done. Even in this House, I am always concerned about how much food we throw away. Will my right hon. Friend make parliamentary time available to discuss the issue of food waste in the UK?

Penny: I thank my hon. Friend for raising that very important matter. I know that many right hon. and hon. Members from across the House are involved in pantry and larder schemes, which not only help people with the cost of living but ensure that food does not go to waste. These national networks are quite often tied in with local provision as well—with local allotments and community groups. I think that is an excellent topic for a debate, and I know that the Backbench Business Committee Chairman will be interested in an application.