Wakefield Council distributes thousands of pounds worth of groceries to people in need

Wakefield Council has distributed thousands of pounds worth of groceries to feed hundreds of vulnerable people in the district.
Coun Maureen CummingsCoun Maureen Cummings
Coun Maureen Cummings

The council stepped in and allocated £20,000 of funding to support local food banks back in March after hearing that many were struggling to source supplies.

Ffood has been distributed by the council to 11 food banks across the district for them to give to those in need.

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Coun Maureen Cummings, Cabinet Member for Environment, Communities and Poverty and Chair of the Wakefield and District Food Aid Network, said: “At this difficult time for many of our residents, we are very focused on ensuring that the most vulnerable people in our district are able to access vital support and help.

“The food banks in our district do incredible work week after week, year after year to make a tangible difference to the lives of so many families. We are pleased to be able to offer them this additional support so they can continue their much needed work.”

The council will continue to work with food banks to assess what is needed during the pandemic.

Wakefield Council is also working with Nova Wakefield District and partners across the voluntary sector to support families and individuals.

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There are opportunities for anyone who is fit, well and able to offer an amount of time, large or small, to helping others. People are asked to view current opportunities and register their interest at volunteerwakefield.org or search #WakefieldCares on social media.

Anyone worried about themselves or someone else, who does not have an existing support network of friends, family or neighbours can call the Council’s dedicated phone line 0345 8 506 506 between 9am – 5pm, Monday to Friday. Choose option 3 to make a request for support and help will be arranged.