Tens of thousands forced to turn to food banks for first time as demand soars during pandemic, figures show

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Tens of thousands forced to turn to food banks for first time during pandemic

With the end of the furlough scheme in October set to see unemployment soar to levels not seen since the early 1990s, the charity warns that families will be plunged into even deeper crisis as thousands struggle to keep their children clothed and well-fed.

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