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Dugdale slams massive rise in foodbank use
Half a million parcels handed out since 2011
FOODBANKS have handed out almost half a million emergency food parcels in Scotland over the last six years, according to new analysis by Scottish Labour.
Trussell Trust figures show that 488,766 three-day emergency food parcels have been distributed since 2011, with more than 150,000 going to children.
In order to receive supplies from foodbanks, individuals and families must be referred to them by health professionals, social workers and Citizens Advice staff.
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