A scheme in West Sussex that’s prevented over 94 tonnes of food from going to waste since April 2023 will continue for another year.
It’s all down to funding from the County Council, who are working with Sussex-based food rescue charity UKHarvest, Community Food Hubs then redistribute surplus food from suppliers while educating residents on food waste prevention.
The hubs take place once a month in each district and borough across West Sussex. For a small voluntary donation of £5, residents can access a wide selection of surplus food. No referrals are needed and all residents are welcome to visit the child-friendly hubs.
Deborah Urquhart, West Sussex County Council Cabinet Member for Environment and Climate Change, said: “Food waste makes up a staggering 40% of the average household’s general waste bin in West Sussex.
“An important element of Our Council Plan is reducing the amount of waste we process. Tackling food waste and helping people minimise the amount of food they throw away is crucial.
“Food waste also has a significant environmental impact—when you throw food away, you’re also wasting the resources that went into producing it. By rescuing surplus food, these hubs support both the environment and our communities.
“At a time when many people are facing cost-of-living pressures, we’re proud to support this valuable service, helping residents access good-quality food that would otherwise go to waste.”
Nigel Boshein, UKHarvest Community Food Hubs Manager, said: “The seven West Sussex County Council-funded food hubs allow us to provide food for an additional 1,136 people each month. This invaluable service ensures that healthy and nutritious food reaches those who need it most across the county.
We are always looking to expand our Community Food Hubs programme, and with continued support from West Sussex County Council, we hope even more people will benefit from accessing rescued surplus food for a small voluntary donation.”
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