A CAMPAIGN is being launched to reduce household food waste.

The Surrey Waste Partnership's "Love Food, Hate Waste" scheme will include a series of roadshows aimed at educating people on how to make the most out of their leftovers.

Research carried out by the partnership shows nine out of ten Surrey residents admit to throwing away food.

Chairman Jean Pearson said: "We hope the new campaign will encourage residents to stop and think about the food they buy or cook that ends up in the bin, and make a pledge to reduce it."

A survey for the partnership showed that fruit, vegetables and salad feature high on the list of foods thrown away by residents. For more information visit www.lovefoodsurrey.com.