Martin Hancock

26 years ago, there were no food banks. Now, because of rising food, rent and bills, and our poor social security system there are over 1,400.

👇TRUMP / GREENLAND To those in the UK - especially on the right - who continue think Trump has our back. Wake up. His actions are anti-NATO, anti-ally and anti American - making the world less safe.

Gordon Brown on 2-child benefit: “Kemi Badenoch plans to run a nationwide campaign from here to the next election about what she calls ‘Benefits Street’ - telling hard pressed working families that their taxes are paying for 'welfare scroungers' to 'game' the social security system. “The picture they are painting is completely wrong. Untrue. They are peddling lies. "The majority - 60 per cent - of children affected by the rule have a parent in work. Another 15 per cent are under 3 and in single parent families where all too often the children are too young - or child care is too expensive - for the mother to work.” mirror.co.uk/news/politics/…

We don’t need more food banks. We need change. Repost if you agree.

'It fuels stigma and backlash on families who are simply trying to stay afloat…' Caller Kirsty holds Kemi Badenoch’s feet to the fire over her 'offensive language' used to describe families who rely on benefits to live.

Rachel Reeves has today done more to transform the lives of 450,000 of Britain’s poorest children than any of the seven previous Conservative chancellors, who, in 14 long years, did nothing but harm to the lives of vulnerable children. newstatesman.com/politics/uk-po…

Can you help our Make Christmas Count Appeal: Donations are doubled up to £250. The more free Money Advice we can give to our Foodbank users the less there will be a need to use a Foodbank. crowdfunder.co.uk/p/make-christm…

Keeping UC & LHA in line with inflation would be a simple step forward that would make a difference as a majority of people using our Foodbank only do once a year and over three quarters 3 times or less. A little bit more income would help so many people manage.

Food banks cannot and should not be the solution to hunger in the UK. We need change. Repost if you agree.

Did you know we are running a SEND survey for children and their parents? Councillor Richard Burton and Benji the bear from Children's Services are here to tell you all about it. 🧸 Take part in the SEND survey: haveyoursay.bcpcouncil.gov.uk/send-surveys Survey closes 30 Nov 2025 #BCPSENDsurvey2025

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❗Scrapping the two-child limit would lift 670,000 people out of severe hardship. It would mean fewer families would need to turn to a food bank, and would give children a fairer start in life.

PSA: everyone deserves… - Food - A warm, safe home - Hot showers and warm baths - Treats, like ice creams for the kids - Regular contact with family and friends Everyone should be able to THRIVE, not just survive 💚

❗️Food banks shouldn't need to exist. Re-post if you agree.

Please check your family’s immunisations are up to date and take up this vaccine that offers lifelong protection and prevents serious illness 👇🏻

UK/ EU: I'm going to have the courage to say this BREXIT upgrade is good for Britain: 👉 A new security deal 👉 Access to EU arms plan 👉 Youth study exchange 👉 UK to access e-gates 👉 Food/agri /fish border delays removed 👉 Utility co's can sell energy to continent Yes - there are details (eg fishing) we can quibble over. But economically & security wise - this is a welcome step forward.

Why the Spring Statement is set to drive up poverty and food bank need A blistering read from @TrussellUK trussell.org.uk/news-and-resea…

Lent Day 22: Tinned Meat (Ring-Pull) Needed! Ring-pull tins of meat are a lifeline for people without access to a kitchen or can opener—providing protein-rich meals that are ready to eat. Can you donate one today? Freddie Foodbank is here again, highlighting today’s item from our Give in Lent Calendar. Small, thoughtful donations like this make a big difference for people in crisis. 📥 Download the Lent Calendar & find ways to help: bit.ly/lent-easter2025 Thank you for showing up for our community this Lent. 💚 #LentAppeal #GiveInLent #BournemouthFoodbank #FoodbankSupport

Lent Day 23: Tinned Fruit (Ring-Pull) Needed! Ring-pull tins of fruit are ideal for those without kitchen tools, and they offer a sweet, nutritious boost to food parcels. Can you donate one today? Freddie Foodbank is back, helping us follow the Give in Lent Calendar as we collect the most helpful items for local people in need. 📥 Download the Lent Calendar & find ways to support: bit.ly/lent-easter2025 Thank you for every act of kindness this Lent. 💚 #LentAppeal #GiveInLent #BournemouthFoodbank #FoodbankSupport