"This donation helps strengthen the capacity of our charity network, enabling them to support their communities better. We are incredibly grateful to Arla for their ongoing support in helping us turn surplus food into a force for good, reducing waste, and creating healthier, more resilient communities." Research from Arla found that across the UK, half of Brits couldn't imagine not having access to milk on a daily basis, with 76 per cent consuming it at least a few times a week. More than a third (35 per cent) admitted they'd struggle if they didn't have access to milk, with 53 per cent of the opinion that everyone should be able to easily get dairy based foods. However, 62 per cent weren't aware that not all food banks have fridges and therefore can't store fresh dairy products. Nichola Ludlam-Raine, specialist dietitian, comments: "As a registered dietitian, I strongly support initiatives like this that provide increased access to dairy products.