Kids food scheme set to grow after 'crazy' support
The Grumpy Cook in Hastings is set to expand its scheme after receiving £30,000 in donations.
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""support is available for any family in the county that needs it""
— Barry Ashley , Executive
""crazy""
— Barry Ashley , Executive
""Barry has done an amazing job to support families on low income support, and we want to do the same.""
— Yolandi Taylor-Banks , Activist
Key People
Andy Woolley is the leader of East Sussex County Council and supports the new financial aid initiatives.
Barry Ashley runs The Grumpy Cook cafe in Hastings and has initiated a food scheme for low income families.
Helena Dollimore is the MP for Hastings and Rye, and has criticized changes to government support for families.
Yolandi Taylor-Banks runs the Dot Cafe in Peacehaven and is involved in supporting food schemes for low income families.
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The Grumpy Cook in Hastings is set to expand its scheme after receiving £30,000 in donations.
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