By Simon Hawking
How do you feel about the existence of food banks in the UK?
The Trussell Trust’s long-term goal to end the need for food banks is one that the general public agrees with: 77% think that food banks should not be needed in the UK. 93% that everyone should be able to buy enough food for themselves and their family. (YouGov).
By Simon Hawking
DAUNTED
That’s the word to describe how I felt during the Christmas period last year.
So much of what we’d been dreaming about for years with Acts was on the brink of happening and we knew that the next 12 months would be crucial.
By Joy Velykorodnyy
As the nights draw in, and our thoughts turn towards Christmas, we can often find ourselves worrying about how we are going to afford those little extras this year. Christians Against Poverty have helped thousands of people through their money course, and have now revamped and updated it. We will be running the updated course in the run-up to Christmas and more courses in the New Year.
By Simon Hawking
As winter draws near and the temperature drops, many of us are faced with the challenge of keeping our homes warm without breaking the bank. Fear not, we’ve got a few budget-friendly tips up our sleeves to help you keep cosy without a hefty heating bill. Let’s dive into some ways to reduce costs during the chilly months…
As more and more people reach the end of their fixed rate terms, there is a real concern about another looming crisis. But there is always hope.
This week I had the pleasure of heading over to Birmingham with two of my brilliant colleagues to a Trussell Trust Roadshow. These events happen every year over the course of a month in various locations around the UK.
Read more: Lincoln Foodbank – Trussell Trust Road ShowWe are thrilled that Garfield Weston Foundation has agreed to support Acts over the next 12 months with a grant for £20,000.
Simon Hawking, our CEO received an invitation to celebrate the King’s Coronation at the Buckingham Palace Garden Party.
In recent years, there has been a significant increase in the number of people turning to food banks for assistance. This rise in food bank usage is a worry.
