The government have once again shown us that their own, personal needs are more important than those of our country and the people in need, with the vote against providing free school meals over the half term during this pandemic.

I expect most of us, at one point or another have worried about how we'd put food on the table, and as someone without children, I cannot even begin to imagine how that would feel as a parent. Our community has the opportunity and ability to support families in need, whether you donate £1 or £100.

The money raised will be going to Ryedale Food Bank, to help them meet the current demand, and support as many families as possible.