With the confirmation that the UK’s lockdown is set to continue for at least a further three weeks, the town’s foodbank is reissuing the call for support of the service during this difficult time.
The service, which is based from the Burnley Community Kitchen in the Charter Walk Shopping Centre, has seen a tenfold increase in demand since social distancing measures were put in place last month.
In the period of time from 23rd March to 17th April, 735 parcels have been delivered, feeding 1,651 local people.
The foodbank is currently running low on tinned and long life foods and is asking the public to help where possible and safe to do so.