Foodbank echoes UK calls for more donations for babies and infants

It's been reported this week that baby banks across the UK are having to ration milk formula due to unprecedented demand.

The cost of living crisis has played a huge part in forcing families and single parents into seeking the help on offer, however demand is currently outstripping supply.

On the Isle of Man, the foodbank has a large section of their stores catering specifically for babies, they too say it's a struggle to meet demand.

Foodbank CEO Neil Mellon has appealed to people who donate to their cause to consider things like milk formula, nappies, baby wipes and baby food as they now make up a vital part of their offering: