A community cafe in Derry has offered to help people struggling to make ends meet as fears continue to grow over the cost-of-living crisis.
Studio2Cafe, based in the Skeoge Industrial Estate, has offered to provide warm food and drinks for people struggling throughout the winter months.
And with a 'judgement-free' approach, the team hope that it will encourage those who may need it, to avail of the service.
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The offer comes as Derry City and Strabane District Council confirmed that the rollout of their hardship fund would be delayed, despite the scheme due to begin on Monday, October 17.
Last month, members of the council approved a budget of £258,000 for a Discretionary Emergency Fuel Support Programme to support those going through fuel poverty.
Thousands across the city are to receive £100 towards their home heating oil, an electricity top-up, and two £49 top-ups for gas if they meet certain criteria.
Writing on Facebook, the community cafe wrote: "For anyone struggling to make ends meet. Please don’t hesitate to message through the page, this is will kept private.
"As we know times are hard we will provide warm food and drinks for people struggling throughout the winter and oncoming months.
"Please tell us what u would like and give a name for the collection. Please only contact us if you are genuinely struggling."
The social media post proved positive among their followers, with one writing: "This is such a thoughtful thing to do! Hats off to you. I am sure a lot of people will be needing this sort of help over the coming months.
Another said: "Absolutely amazing gesture so many people will be needing this in the next few months such a heartwarming gesture.
A third wrote: "Such a lovely thing to do."
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