Sky News host James Macpherson has rightfully mocking a London University professor’s suggestion that the UK should stockpile food to accommodate vegans and Muslims in the event of a catastrophic disaster.
Professor Timothy Lang, an expert in food policy, argued that emergency food supplies should consider dietary restrictions, such as halal and vegan requirements, to prevent additional “psychological shock” for survivors. His comments came during a discussion on national preparedness for potential crises, including nuclear war or natural disasters.
Macpherson, however, ridiculed the idea, saying, “Imagine getting to the apocalypse, you survive, but you’re pissed off because they don’t have your favourite food.” He questioned whether this was the “most fragile or entitled generation in history,” suggesting that in a true disaster, people should simply be grateful for any food available.
One social media user argued, “In a real apocalypse, people would eat whatever they could get—vegan or not.”
The debate highlights broader discussions about emergency preparedness and “inclusivity”. While some see accommodating dietary needs as common sense, others view it as excessive political correctness—even in doomsday scenarios.
For now, the UK government has not announced any plans to update its emergency food stockpiles based on religious or ethical dietary restrictions. But one thing is certain: the apocalypse just got a lot more complicated.
