The retailer is raising the number of available grocery slots each week to 30,000 by introducing its online collection service in 70 more shops across the UK.

Community Champions are helping to feed those in need in more efficient telesales service as the store ensures "those that are most in need can receive a delivery from a familiar face."

The group asks for a summit between major supermarkets and government agencies after a leaked video from iTV shows threat of essential workers being sacked at food supplier.

"The apple harvest generally looks good this year and although the pandemic will definitely influence exports, we’re hoping that it will be as minimal as possible," du Preez says.