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Great to be at the official opening of The Burgess Hill Pantry this morning, an initiative of Liberal Democrat controlled Burgess Hill Town Council to provide low-cost food for struggling families.  This is needed even more with rising prices and the threatened reduction of £20 in Universal Credit for six million families on benefit or in low paid work, this initiative provides healthy food and a breathing space for anyone in need.  Good to see the many volunteers and the ubiquitous support of Burgess Hill Lions in supporting the new charity.

For a weekly membership of £4, residents can choose a selection of food to the value of around £20, helping budgets stretch further. There’s a variety of food available including fresh fruit and veg, store cupboard favourites, bread and dairy products.  The Pantry is now open Tuesday & Thursday 10.00 am – 12.30 pm and 1.30 pm – 4.00 pm in the same shop unit at Scrapless.