Charities are reporting a surge in demand ahead of Christmas, as cost of living pressures force many families to wonder how they will afford presents or even a meal. The Salvation Army says nearly one in 10 people will rely on charitable support to get by this Christmas and of those, almost half will be reaching out for the first time.
Recovering addicts Lekita and Justin want to give their son the best possible chance in life, but say they constantly face roadblocks because of their past with advocates warning families like theirs are at risk of losing their children if they cannot get a roof over their heads.