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UK · 23 June 2026

Baby banks help 400,000 UK children, 11% more

Baby banks help 400,000 UK children, 11% more

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It's an 11% rise in a year, showing more families are struggling to afford essentials for their little ones. According to recent data released by the Baby Bank Alliance, an organization encompassing more than 400 groups, there was an increase in the number of people requiring assistance in 2025. Demand for items like baby formula jumped 26%, with charities warning they can't cope without government support.

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