In order to help with the rising cost of living, Jerseyans who are gluten intolerant are calling for an increase in the value of food vouchers.
Suzie Parker claimed that because gluten-free food is more expensive, people with allergies pay more than other people.
The weekly value of the government subsidy is about £14.
It was intended for basic goods, according to Social Security Minister Deputy Elaine Miller, and "not to subsidise someone's diet generally.".
However, campaigners want the vouchers to keep pace with Jersey's 12 point 7 percent inflation rate.
It's not a fad, it's a medical necessity, Ms. Parker, who founded the social media community Gluten Free Jersey, said. "My condition is controlled by diet, so the importance of it can't be dismissed.".
"The rising cost of living is worsening the suffering of allergy sufferers.
You have no other options; it's impossible to get by. ".
A Jerseyan studying in the UK named Milly Deacon claimed that the cost of gluten-free food was "a lot cheaper" outside of the island.
"A loaf of gluten-free bread in England costs about £2, whereas it can cost between £3 and £4 in Jersey," she said.
Deputy Miller stated that the vouchers were only intended to be used for essential items and "not to subsidise someone's diet generally.".
She argued that since the subsidy was introduced in 1991, the price of gluten-free goods had decreased.
"Gluten-free products were extremely expensive, hard to find, and only available in specialty stores. ".
"Gluten-free products are much more widely available and they have decreased in price," she continued.
