Just a reminder that the government hasn't finished with 'austerity' and there continues to be an increasing demand for assistance by the less fortunate in society from foodbanks.
Please consider giving a little of your time, some money or some groceries (in person at your local food bank or via the collection point in most large supermarkets).
What tends to be needed:
Long-life milk, fruit juice, tinned vegetables, instant mashed potato, rice pudding, tinned pasta, sponge pudding, tinned or carton custard, washing up liquid, rice pudding, toothbrushes, toothpaste, deodorant, tampons and sanitary pads,
What is generally in good supply:
Pasta, pulses, beans and soups.
Also please don't forget the homeless at this time of year; a cash gift to The salvation Army or St. Mungo's (other homeless charities are available in other areas) can make a big difference to how the homeless spend Christmas Day and winter nights.
A big thank you, in anticipation, to everyone that everyone that directs even a couple of Pounds towards these worthwhile causes.
Best Wishes for Christmas and a Happy, Healthy and Prosperous New Year to you all.
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Just to put things into perspective; the basic salary of an MP is due to increase by 2.7%, on 1 April 2019 from £77,379 to £79,568 Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority.
Salaries of MPs are linked to average rises in the public sector, as determined by the Office for National Statistics but the great news for MPs is that their 'average increases' include bonuses. |
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You would have to be particularly heartless not to feel for the less fortunate at Christmas but hardship happens year round I dont know WHAT can be done to solve the problems but doing nothing is not acceptable oh for a way forward that is acepted by all |
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