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Speaking with Linda from @GlasgowNE made me aware of some things – things that I would otherwise never have even considered – regarding the poverty so many people are experiencing right now in the East End of #Glasgow. And why #foodbanks aren't the answer.
A WEE THREAD
Speaking with Linda from @GlasgowNE made me aware of some things – things that I would otherwise never have even considered – regarding the poverty so many people are experiencing right now in the East End of #Glasgow. And why #foodbanks aren't the answer.
A WEE THREAD
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Apart from the fact that nobody living in the world's 5th largest #economy should ever have to worry about being able to afford food, for either themselves or for their family, there's actually a lot more to #poverty than just food provisions. It's far more complicated.
Apart from the fact that nobody living in the world's 5th largest #economy should ever have to worry about being able to afford food, for either themselves or for their family, there's actually a lot more to #poverty than just food provisions. It's far more complicated.
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A subject too often overlooked is #fuelPoverty. So many people today are having to choose between heating their homes or cooking a dinner. Some days even foregoing eating anything at all. Especially as we move into #winter and temperatures drop. A truly harsh trade-off.
A subject too often overlooked is #fuelPoverty. So many people today are having to choose between heating their homes or cooking a dinner. Some days even foregoing eating anything at all. Especially as we move into #winter and temperatures drop. A truly harsh trade-off.
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Most of us take for granted the massive cost savings achieved through the refrigeration and freezing of our food. But if you can't afford to power these appliances, such savings aren't afforded to you. The option to cook big and spread throughout the week too is denied.
Most of us take for granted the massive cost savings achieved through the refrigeration and freezing of our food. But if you can't afford to power these appliances, such savings aren't afforded to you. The option to cook big and spread throughout the week too is denied.
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If you know that boiling potatoes on the stove costs more than boiling a kettle, you may feel restricted to eating instant mash instead. This is just one example of why #healthyEating isn't always that simple a choice to make. For many it's a luxury they can't afford.
If you know that boiling potatoes on the stove costs more than boiling a kettle, you may feel restricted to eating instant mash instead. This is just one example of why #healthyEating isn't always that simple a choice to make. For many it's a luxury they can't afford.
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A lot needs fixed by the people placed into power in this country (looking at you @10DowningStreet). But until they do, and we must ensure that they do, those who find themselves in a more fortunate positon might consider how they're able to #helpOut those more in need.
A lot needs fixed by the people placed into power in this country (looking at you @10DowningStreet). But until they do, and we must ensure that they do, those who find themselves in a more fortunate positon might consider how they're able to #helpOut those more in need.
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Linda wants to be put out of a job (she said so). And until @UKGovScotland, @scotgov, @ScotGovFM, or whoever, sort it out... she, and other foodbanks throughout the country, rely on YOU. And #donating MONEY gives them more control over how they help their #communities.
Linda wants to be put out of a job (she said so). And until @UKGovScotland, @scotgov, @ScotGovFM, or whoever, sort it out... she, and other foodbanks throughout the country, rely on YOU. And #donating MONEY gives them more control over how they help their #communities.
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And you have. You beautiful, kind-hearted turds, you really have. More than 200 friends (and strangers) have donated, well over £6,000 already, to help Linda help those who need it most. Please continue to share and urge others to donate too.
http://justgiving.com/fulltandy
And you have. You beautiful, kind-hearted turds, you really have. More than 200 friends (and strangers) have donated, well over £6,000 already, to help Linda help those who need it most. Please continue to share and urge others to donate too.
http://justgiving.com/fulltandy
