My local food bank can only provide 8 packages with referrals every time before you run out, and I have, but my situation hasn’t improved financially due to various set backs and I’m struggling to feed myself. I’ve heard that supermarkets throw out massive amounts, but have never been in a position where dumpster diving seemed feasible. People who do it, what time of day do you do it and how do you find good spots? UK resident for ref

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    6 months ago

    Just to add, give Approved Food a look, they sell food that is past it’s best by date, but still good to eat, at much lower prices.

    There are also places, I can’t think of what they’re called right now, but it’s basically a communal grocery shop where you take what you need, and pay what you can. Maybe ask your local foodbank if they know of anything like that?

    Lastly, when I was looking for an example of that last one, I found this page that might be helpful:
    https://www.scope.org.uk/advice-and-support/food-no-money-food-banks/