An exploration of community food pantries in Scotland: strategic and operational perspectives on addressing food insecurity and health inequalities.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Food insecurity and health are inextricably linked. Since 2008, Scotland has witnessed a proliferation of both food insecurity and emergency food provision. There is a recognised commitment from Scottish Government to 'end the need for food banks', however, the food aid landscape was 'turbo-charged' during COVID-19 leading to intense expansion and diversification of food-based projects, including the development of community food pantries (CFPs). These 'new' models are relatively under-researched, meaning we do not adequately understand their potential or realised impacts on food insecurity and health. This study aims to fill that gap.

Methods

A qualitative methodology was used to collect and analyse data from in-depth interviews with 10 representatives from bot

SUBMITTER: Baillie A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11490137 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature