Question to the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs:

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what assessment he has made of the performance of the Great British Food Unit in opening up new markets for food and drink from Hampshire.

Supporting UK businesses to export more is a top priority for this government. Supporting the exports of companies, such as Marston’s Breweries and the 40 food and drink businesses currently being supported by the Department for International Trade (DIT) team in Hampshire, will be an important driver of growth in the food and drink sector, allowing it to become more resilient, competitive and profitable.

However, our work through the Food is GREAT campaign continues to raise the profile and reputation of British food and drink. Delivered in partnership with DIT, VisitBritain and FCO, this Defra led campaign will benefit food and drink exporters from across the UK, including Hampshire, to access new export opportunities.