London food banks open over Christmas period

With Londoners struggling to heat their homes this winter, many will be seeking meals at food banks this Christmas.

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00:00Food banks across London are facing unprecedented demand as the ongoing cost-of-living crisis

00:06continues to stretch household budgets. With over 50 food banks in the city, many are part

00:12of the Trussell Trust Network, alongside independent organisations like the Felix Project and London's

00:18Air Ambulance Food Bank that's dedicated to supporting those in need.

00:23According to National Debtline, this holiday season, 6.5 million people will struggle to

00:28heat their homes across the UK, while 2.7 million people will face the impossible choice

00:34between buying food or purchasing gifts for their families.

00:38Several food banks remain open throughout the holiday season, offering emergency food

00:42and support. The Trussell Trust's Tower Hamlets Food Bank provides essential supplies

00:48to vulnerable families. The Brixton Food Bank also continues to provide support to families

00:54in South London during the festive period.