Food bank report reveals rise in hunger for poor families
A squeeze on income and delays in receiving benefits are to blame for an unprecedented rise in the number of people using food banks, according to a parliamentary report on hunger.
The inquiry, carried out by MPs and church leaders, says low-income families have been badly affected by the rising costs of housing, fuel and food.
Many families are just one unexpected bill away from a financial crisis.
Mark Easton reports.
08 Dec 2014
- From the section UK