There was wide agreement within local authorities that some level of preparation for food supply after Brexit is both possible and sensible, according to the document. (Image: Getty)It highlights local authorities' responsibility for the enforcement of food safety and standards regulation, but warns they have "not been given enough advice". It highlights several food risks, including price changes, reduced availability, lower standards and safety, supply disruption, border delays, freight logistics and public disorder. Professor Tim Lang, of the Centre for Food Policy at City, University of London, said: "Setting up food resilience teams is something practical local authorities can do. These should map local food system risks and help set public protection priorities."

Source: Daily Mirror November 30, 2018 05:00 UTC