The State of Hunger report found that 94% of people at food banks are destitute

The video discusses the widespread issue of destitution in the UK, highlighting the reliance on food banks due to financial instability. It presents research findings from the Trussell Trust, showing that a significant percentage of food bank users are destitute, with many affected by ill health or being single parents. Personal stories illustrate the challenges faced due to delays and inadequacies in the benefit system. Recommendations include ending the five-week wait for Universal Credit and increasing benefit payments to match living costs.

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