Baby bank's urgent appeal as demand for help grows
The founder of Leeds Baby Bank says the charity has seen a "massive" increase in referrals recently.
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"We get even more people needing help then because they want to put the heating on, but they still need to buy nappies and feed and clothe their child."
— Chantal Nogbou , Activist
"Now, you're looking at one in two children in some parts, and that's just a shocking number that really shouldn't be happening."
— Chantal Nogbou , Activist
"It's the people that, instead of buying a coffee every day, set up a direct debit and send £5 to Leeds Baby Bank every month."
— Chantal Nogbou , Activist
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The founder of Leeds Baby Bank says the charity has seen a "massive" increase in referrals recently.
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