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In many cases, you will need a third-party who is already supporting you (such as a GP, Social Worker, or tenancy support worker) to make arrangements on your behalf to access a food bank. 

Your claim will be automatically processed if you receive Housing Benefit or Council Tax Support and get any of the qualifying benefits.

If your child attends a state funded infant school and is in Key Stage 1 (FS2, Year 1 or Year 2), they are entitled to ‘universal infant free school meals’ regardless of your income. Please contact your child’s school to tell them you would like to have ‘universal infant free school meals’.

In many cases, you will need a third-party who is already supporting you (such as a GP, Social Worker, or tenancy support worker) to make arrangements on your behalf to access a food bank. 

In many cases, you will need a third-party who is already supporting you (such as a GP, Social Worker, or tenancy support worker) to make arrangements on your behalf to access a food bank. 

Welcome to our food support section, where we're committed to helping you access affordable and nutritious food. If you're finding it hard to cover your food costs, we've got a variety of options that can help. From local food banks providing essential supplies, to social supermarkets offering discounted groceries, there's support available. We also have information on free school meals to ensure children get a healthy lunch on school days, and details about the Healthy Start program for qualifying families to buy basic foods.