Reflections from the Oxford Real Farming Conference
Steph reflects on the Oxford Real Farming Conference, sharing insights on organic farming and the challenges of making sustainable food affordable and accessible for people on low incomes. Read…
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Posts by Stef Lake
Using the Crisis and Resilience Fund to Build Healthier Local Food Systems
Following the release of the Crisis and Resilience Fund guidance, Amy Deptford explores how local authorities can move beyond emergency food parcels to build healthier, more resilient local food systems. Read…
Newham Residents to Receive Fruit and Veg Prescriptions in NHS-Backed Trial
Alexandra Rose is launching an NHS-backed fruit and veg prescription trial in Newham, giving eligible residents Rose Vouchers to improve their health and access affordable fresh food. Read…
DONATIONS DOUBLED: ALEXANDRA ROSE LAUNCHES WINTER BIG GIVE
Discover how doubled donations through the Big Give will help families access fresh fruit and veg through our Rose Vouchers this winter. Read…
Alexandra Rose Gives Evidence to the Health & Social Care Select Committee
Yesterday, our new CEO, Corin Bell, gave oral evidence to the Health and Social Care Select Committee during its inquiry into Food and Weight Management. We were delighted to be invited to the House of Commons by the committee, reflecting the growing recognition of our expertise, commitment and impact in tackling food inequality and improving Read…
Thousands of Families to Access Fresh Fruit & Veg, as Rose Vouchers for Early Years Project is Expanded in Southwark
We are delighted to announce the expansion of our Early Years project in Southwark, made possible through a new two-year contract with Southwark Council. Read…
Press Release: New Partnership Brings Fresh Fruit and Veg to More Barnsley Families
Alexandra Rose is proud to partner with Community Shop to expand the reach of our award-winning Rose Vouchers for Fruit & Veg Project in Barnsley. Together, we’re making high-quality produce affordable for families in areas with limited access to healthy food. Taking Healthy Food Where It’s Needed Most Through this partnership, families can now spend Read…
Labour’s first year: A strong start, but more to do to ensure healthy food for all
This month marks one year since the Labour Government took office with a promise to end mass reliance on emergency food parcels, tackle health inequalities and raise the healthiest generation of children. Over the past year, we’ve been encouraged by real progress towards these goals. We remain a committed partner in helping the Government go Read…
Corin Bell Announced as New CEO for Alexandra Rose
We are delighted to announce the appointment of Corin Bell as the new Chief Executive Officer at Alexandra Rose Charity. Corin joins us from Open Kitchen, the Greater Manchester-based social enterprise she founded and currently leads as Executive Director. Open Kitchen works to reduce food waste and create a fairer, healthier, and more sustainable food Read…