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House of Commons · Petition P002892

Local Government Funding and Food Voucher Provision

19 December 2023

Presented 1 time by 1 MP

Benefits & WelfareChildren & FamiliesLocal Government

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At a glance

This petition concerning local government funding and food voucher provision was presented to Parliament once by 1 MP.

Issue summary

The petition addresses the concern that many families are struggling to afford food for their children, particularly during school holidays, due to real-term cuts in local government budgets which have forced Coventry City Council to cease providing food vouchers.

Action requested

The House of Commons is urged to request the Government to provide increased financial support for local councils so they can maintain cost-of-living services, specifically enabling Coventry Council to continue its provision of food vouchers to families in need over school holidays including Christmas.

Key facts

  • Families are struggling to feed their children during school holidays.
  • Coventry City Council has faced real-term cuts to its budget.
  • The council has stopped providing food vouchers for families due to budget constraints.

Presentation timeline

MPs presented this petition on the following dates. Each card shows the presenters and any recorded remarks.

  1. Presented 19 December 2023

    Zarah Sultana Your Party Coventry South

    I rise to present a petition on behalf of resident of the United Kingdom regarding local government funding and food voucher provision. The petition states:

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