Christmas Eve campaign supporting Stirling residents

A campaign is handing out food to vulnerable people in Stirling today.

The local Citizens Advice Bureau are aiming to support people in need over the festive season.

They're collecting food donated from local businesses and supermarkets.

Joe Swindells, Vice-Chair of the Stirling CAB and former Operations Manager at Wellgreen said, “I heard about the closure of my former project and, whilst not surprised given economic challenges, I was heartbroken that it was to come to an end so close to Christmas. After discussing with the landlord of the building, Azam and former food project volunteer, Jen Clarke, I felt it was essential we did something to support the community at Christmas. I am hopeful that this could prove to be the start of a bigger enterprise, providing a much-needed service for the community.”

Azam, board member of Stirling Aid, Landlord and owner of Computer Division said “Proud to be a 4 generation family from Stirling, Stirling has been very good to us and we’re delighted to be in a position to support an initiative that can ensure as many families as possible aren’t going hungry on Christmas Day”

Councillor Alasdair Tollemache and Fairtrade Ambassador said – “Fair Trade Stirling has been working with fair trade rice producers in the Karonga region of Malawi for over twelve years. By buying their Kilombero rice and donating it they are helping people in Stirling and giving a boost to the fair-trade partners in Malawi. We are delighted to be able to support the group distributing food on Christmas Eve.”