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Free books for Middlesbrough's most vulnerable children

Middlesbrough's most vulnerable children will receive free books to read during the Coronavirus lockdown. Staff from Middlesbrough Council's Prevention department (Early Help), Children's Social Care, and Property Services have worked in partnership with the National Literacy Trust Middlesbrough Reads to gift books for the town's children.

Mayor's appeal for Middlesbrough Foodbank donations

A major appeal has been made for Middlesbrough residents to support local foodbanks which have seen a sharp rise in users. Middlesbrough Foodbank serves around 7,700 individuals, but since the Coronavirus outbreak the service has seen a sharp rise in the number of people using it, and also a decrease in food donations.

NHS flag to fly over the Town Hall

Middlesbrough Town Hall will fly an NHS flag in a show of solidarity with all those working to keep people safe. The iconic blue and white logo will be joined by a rainbow flag to symbolise the community spirit shown by so many people during the Covid-19 crisis.