New reports by the charity Foodrise suggest that the dominance of supermarkets in the UK may hinder the government’s food strategy, impacting public health, cost of living, and climate goals. The survey conducted revealed that most Brits believe supermarkets should be run by cooperatives rather than private companies, and many view current CEO salaries as excessive.

Foodrise is calling for urgent government action to regulate supermarkets and compel them to change their practices towards healthier and more sustainable options. The charity highlights the importance of supporting small and medium enterprises, cooperatives, and community-owned grocery businesses as contributors to fairer and healthier food environments, expressing a need for collaboration across the food system to address social, health, and environmental issues.