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4 Nov 26

Worried about energy bills this winter? Seven ways to help keep costs down

As the colder weather approaches, many households are beginning to worry about the cost of keeping their homes warm. With energy bills continuing to put pressure on family budgets, people can find themselves facing difficult choices between heating their home, buying food and paying other essential bills. At Hart Foodbank, we know how stressful these […]

2 Nov 26

Shortages List 2nd November 2026

Please find the Hart Foodbank needs list for this week below: Tea Fruit Juice & Squash Coffee (Small Jars) Women’s Deodorant Toothpaste Men’s Shaving Foam & Razors Thank you, as always, your donations to the foodbank are really appreciated 🙏❤️ Items marked, if any, with * are currently low in stock, or with ** are […]

30 Oct 26

Halloween might be scary for one night, but poverty Is frightening all year round

With Halloween just around the corner, pumpkins, ghosts and ghouls are appearing everywhere. But while Halloween is all about a little fright for fun, there are much more serious things that continue to frighten people in our communities every single day. At Hart Foodbank and Community Pantry, we see how financial hardship can affect people’s […]

28 Oct 26

Budget 2026: Energy bill support welcomed, but housing support freeze leaves families struggling

The Government’s Budget, announced today, includes measures to help households with energy bills. However, the decision to keep housing support frozen means many people on low incomes will continue to face difficult choices between paying their rent and buying food. The Budget includes a £100 Household Energy Payment for eligible households in council tax bands […]

27 Oct 26

Shortages List 27th October 2026

Please find the Hart Foodbank needs list for this week below: Fruit Squash Fruit Juice Savoury Spreads (Marmite & Peanut Butter, etc) Toilet Rolls Toothpaste Household Cleaning Items Thank you, as always, your donations to the foodbank are really appreciated 🙏❤️ Items marked, if any, with * are currently low in stock, or with ** […]

25 Oct 26

Hunger in the UK 2026: New research highlights the reality of hardship

New research from Trussell reveals that there has been no progress in the number of people experiencing hunger and hardship across the UK since 2024, with concerning signs that difficulties are becoming more severe for many households. Published on 21 October 2026, Hunger in the UK 2026 is the latest report in Trussell’s ongoing research […]

22 Oct 26

Celebrating Advice Week: The difference advice makes

As Advice Week comes to a close, Hart Foodbank and Community Pantry would like to shine a spotlight on the vital role that advice and support play in helping people facing financial hardship. When someone comes to a foodbank, they may be dealing with much more than the immediate challenge of putting food on the […]

21 Oct 26

Seven ways to help manage energy costs this winter

As the colder months approach and energy bills continue to put pressure on household budgets, many people are facing difficult choices between heating their homes, buying food and paying other essential bills. For people already struggling financially, rising energy costs can make an already challenging situation even harder. Christians Against Poverty (CAP) is sharing seven […]

19 Oct 26

Shortages List 19th October 2026

Please find the Hart Foodbank needs list for this week below: Tinned Spaghetti Fruit Juice Jam & Marmalade Shampoo Washing Detergents Household Cleaning Items Thank you, as always, your donations to the foodbank are really appreciated 🙏❤️ Items marked, if any, with * are currently low in stock, or with ** are nearly out of […]

18 Oct 26

Advice saves: Why independent advice matters

When someone turns to Hart Foodbank for emergency food, they may be facing more than just an empty cupboard. Financial difficulties can be linked to a range of challenges, including struggling to access benefits, manage household costs or understand what support is available. That’s why independent advice is so important. Organised by AdviceUK, this year’s […]

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