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Sun, 28 Jun 2026

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 How much should we be prepared to pay for our food?

A chorus of people say that rather than capping prices, consumers should consider spending more
Key points: 1. The Scottish government's Good Food Nation Scotland Act aims to ensure people have access to nutritious, affordable food. 2. Some retailers dismiss the idea of capping prices as a "potty gimmick." 3. First Minister John Swinney insists that price caps are necessary due to genuine hardship faced by families in delivering an affordable shop. 4. Farmers face increasing demands to deliver for nature and the environment, as well as consumers, leading to concerns about cheap imports pricing them out of the market. Quotes:
* "I think we have to realise that it's important for our society and long-term health benefits to know that spending a little bit more money on your food is a good thing." - Jane Mackie, owner of Rora Dairy.
* "I admire and respect the quality within Scottish agriculture but I've also got to be mindful for the genuine hardship that families are facing in delivering an affordable shop." - First Minister John Swinney.