Not sure that this is always the case @robs1 . During lockdown and since, we have been supporting three local Food banks,( although since the ending of restrictions, the two smaller village ones have ceased operating due to their service being no longer required). The main one, in Shrewsbury requires referral from a GP or Social Services, in order to receive support, and helps people in need from all over the County.Or its sign of the times that SOME will use food banks as a free source of food, afaik no checks are actually done on those who use them. Of course it's not PC to question them
I said some,my mrs is a hv so I do know how it should work and she does refer people some in real need, however at times those in real need for food for their kids spend their social on drugs and or drink, they know the rules of the game too well, I have lots of compassion for those in real needI disagree. You have to be referred to a food bank, usually by a Health Visitor or Social worker. You can then get 3 days worth of food, donated by shops etc. and there are a limited number of times you can go. They are mostly used by people of working age, middle-aged rather than young or old, mostly living in rented accommodation. Many are on zero hours contract, a certain way to get into debt.
There has been a huge growth in the need for food banks since the reorganisation of an in particular delays in payments during the transition to universal credit. Could you go six weeks without any money coming in and still pay your rent and keep warm? Yes, you probably could as you have savings in the bank, but many people live from pay check to pay check, do not own huge TVs etc.
Of course there are those who do not budget, who are feckless with money, but for those that need to eat, food banks are literally a life saver. They do not only provide food, they provide and ear and signposts to help.
Consider yourself one of the lucky ones if you have never gone hungry, never been unable to put the heating on, or found yourself homeless. Show some compassion.
What with your previous, can't help thinking this is just a go for a lefty whinge. But, giving the benefit of the doubt... let's ask why the food banks are there, shall we...? Obvious answer = because some people can't afford to feed themselves, and it seems reasonable to break this down:In 2010.
In 2021 the Trussel Trust alone manages 1200. There are no doubt a good many more independent ones.
Is this a sign of a successful or failing United Kingdom?
The recipients, it would appear, mostly know what to do with sausages and burgers!a local food bank asked people to stop donating raw food and veg because people did not have a clue what to do with them and most ended up being skipped
Surprising thread , thought you may wish to comment on Scotlands appalling death rate from drugs , another SNP fouk upIn 2010.
In 2021 the Trussel Trust alone manages 1200. There are no doubt a good many more independent ones.
Is this a sign of a successful or failing United Kingdom?