Family
Tesco's Bournemouth stores are leading efforts to combat hunger in the local community, particularly during school holidays when families may struggle to access free school meals. As part of its Stronger Starts programme, the supermarket chain will provide pre-packed donation bags, costing between £2 and £3, which will
Charities
The Epping Forest Community Lottery, set up by Epping Forest District Council, offers a unique opportunity for residents to support local charities and have a chance to win impressive prizes. By purchasing a £1 ticket, individuals can enter the monthly "Super Draw" and win weekly cash prizes of
Family
Tesco stores in Dorset are working to alleviate food insecurity among local families with children who normally receive free school meals. The initiative is part of the Stronger Starts program, which aims to provide essential nutrition during the summer holiday period. According to Trussell research, nearly a third of families
Family
Tesco's initiatives, including selling pre-filled food donation bags and supporting schools with grants for food and activities, aim to tackle the critical need to support children who would normally receive free school meals during term time and are therefore at risk of missing meals during the holiday period.
Charities
Aldi, the UK's low-cost grocer, has taken a remarkable step in its ongoing support for Teenage Cancer Trust, a charity that advocates for young people with cancer. The company has partnered with the charity and has now introduced a new green sticker on its popular Cuthbert the Caterpillar
Family
Tesco is providing extra help to support Blackpool children and their families this summer, as part of its Stronger Starts programme. The supermarket giant is launching initiatives to support families who would normally receive free school meals during term time. According to research, nearly a third of families with children
Family
Single people and families on a low income across North Northamptonshire are being urged to apply for supermarket vouchers as the fund is open to a wide range of residents. The vouchers are funded by the Department of Work and Pensions and can be used to purchase essential items. The
Charities
Aldi, one of the UK's largest supermarket chains, has reached a significant fundraising milestone for the Teenage Cancer Trust, having collectively raised £12million for the charity. The company's partnership with the charity began in 2027 with an initial target of £15million by 2017, which has since
Charities
Disabled Motoring UK (DMUK) has launched the relaunch of its "Baywatch" campaign, focusing on the persistent misuse of disabled parking bays in supermarket car parks. The charity aims to shed light on the issues that disabled individuals face when accessing these areas, highlighting the need for greater accountability
Charities
Aldi UK has pledged to donate over 1 million meals to local charities and foodbanks across the country during the summer months, as part of its ongoing partnership with community giving platform Neighbourly. The supermarket has already donated more than 8.8 million meals this year, and is set to
Theft
A notorious thief, Anthony Pentland, 38, has been banned from entering any retail space in Longbenton and Forest Hall, as well as all Sainsbury's stores in the Northumbria Police force area, following a Criminal Behaviour Order at Newcastle Magistrates' Court. Pentland has a history of burglary and
Fund raising
Aldi, a global supermarket chain, has achieved a significant milestone in its fundraising partnership with the Teenage Cancer Trust, a UK-based charity that provides support to young people with cancer. Since the partnership began in 2017, Aldi colleagues in Hampshire have been actively participating in various fundraising activities, including head
