The UK Logistics Association has warned of a shortage of storage space close to major cities , with three - quarters of warehouse owners saying their facilities are at full capacity . Prices for food have risen by 25 % over the past three months , as food - related enquires have increased . The Food Storage and Distribution Federation , which represents 80 % of all commercially - available frozen and chilled storage space in the UK confirmed its members are among those taking business away . “We have seen more unsolicited inquiries from people out of the blue looking for space. Tesco has secured leases on several frozen food stores , which are normally only used over the Christmas period , for the remainder of the year .
The UK Logistics Association has warned of a shortage of storage space close to major cities , with three - quarters of warehouse owners saying their facilities are at full capacity . Prices for food have risen by 25 % over the past three months , as food - related enquires have increased . The Food Storage and Distribution Federation , which represents 80 % of all commercially - available frozen and chilled storage space in the UK confirmed its members are among those taking business away . Tesco has secured leases on several frozen food stores , which are normally only used over the Christmas period , for the remainder of the year .