Falkirk's Tesco shoppers urged to back crucial Christmas food collection

Shoppers in Falkirk are being urged to donate to the UK’s biggest food collection at Tesco stores to support people in crisis amid the Covid-19 pandemic this Christmas.

By Allan Crow

Published 16th Nov 2020, 07:20 BST

The donation points are being run by the Trussell Trust and FareShare.

The collection launches in Tesco Express stores from today (Monday, November 16) and in large stores in Scotland from Thursday 19th.

Customers have until Saturday evening to donate long-life food in store.“

Every year Tesco customers in Falkirk are incredibly generous,” said Claire De Silva, the store’s head of community.

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“But this year is not a normal year, and the two charities we work with need to provide more food than ever this Christmas.

“A single tin of tuna or vegetables may not seem like much to give, but if enough people make a small donation then together those donations can make a really big difference to people who need our help this winter.