FOI Request - Referrals to Emergency Foodbanks and Warm Banks

Request 101003877183

1.  The number of referrals made by the council (including any council services, departments, or partner agencies operating on behalf of the council) to emergency foodbanks in each of the last five winter periods (i.e. November to February for 2020/21, 2021/22, 2022/23, 2023/24, 2024/25).

2.  The number of referrals made by the council to warm banks or warm spaces in each of the same winter periods.

3.  Any forecast, projection, or estimate the council holds for the number of referrals expected during the upcoming 2025/26 winter period (November 2025 to February 2026).

4.  If available, please provide a short description of how the council defines or records a “referral” to an emergency foodbank or warm bank/warm space.