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51% rise in People Using Foodbanks
The Trussell Trust said that there was a "shocking" 51% rise in clients to established food banks. It said benefit payment delays were the main cause. They also said benefits payments had been a particular problem since welfare changes were introduced just over a year...
Atos Bows out
Controversial Atos contract ending early So ATOS the IT company that currently has the task of assessing whether benefit claimants are fit to work are in discussions with a view to ending their contract early. An Atos spokesman said has said:- The company would not...
Heat or Eat?
It is of no great surprise to read that some food banks are giving out "kettle boxes" (rations that only need boiled water to become edible e.g. pot noodles etc) and "cold boxes" (rations that do not need any heat added to them e.g. orange juice and rice pudding etc)....
The Fear of Eviction
Millions have started 2014 in fear of eviction. 4000 people were surveyed and one in 11 say they will find it hard to find enough money to cover their housing costs. Nearly two thirds say they are in danger of falling behind with rent or mortgage payments. The charity...