Third of Londoners suffer ‘hygiene poverty’ "No-one should miss out on opportunities because they can't afford soap or period products," says charity In Kind Direct. Source
Price increase on school meals will ‘acutely’ affect children in poverty The cost of a school dinner for primary and special school pupils will go up by 50p from £2.60 to £3.10. Source
Will we see signs of economic growth in 2026? Foodbank use and the fortunes of the hospitality trade will show if things are getting better or worse. Source