A “DESTITUTION by design” social security system is leaving people struggling to buy food and afford transport to foodbanks, the Right to Food Commission heard today.

For months, the commission has travelled throughout Britain to hear from people and organisations dealing with the realities and effects of soaring food poverty.

Its final session — chaired by Bakers and Allied Food Workers’ Union general secretary Sarah Wooley — was held in the STUC in Glasgow’s east end, taking evidence from academics and activists alike.

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