Ruth Brock

CEO of @thehygienebank, previously MD (& super fan) of @SSF_UK. Vice-Chair @LETTA_Trust & former teacher (my views). #WISE100 Poetry. Running. Feminism. Coffee.

[Ruth Brock @RuthBrock]

So sad to hear of the death of #DameMaggie. When I was leading @cssf_uk she came to one of our Galas and waited at the stage door to congratulate the children and young people who’d been performing. I’ll never forget their joy in that moment. What a star she was, in every sense.

[Ruth Brock @RuthBrock]

@rmcfarlane63 👏👏👏

[Joseph Rowntree Foundation @jrf_uk]

🚨 New research shows what the public think different households need to have a decent standard of living.

Too many people can’t reach this standard.

Explore the latest findings from the Minimum Income Standard. (1/5)

[Carers UK @CarersUK]

Thank you @EdwardJDavey for raising that thousands of unpaid carers are having to repay very substantial Carer’s Allowance overpayments to the @DWPgovuk at the first #PMQs today. Carers, who need and deserve better, urgently need to see reform of Carer’s Allowance.

[thehygienebank @thehygienebank]

We are delighted to announce that The Hygiene Bank has been awarded a large grant by The Julia Rausing Trust to support our mission to end hygiene poverty in the UK. We can't thank them enough for their continuous support and for supporting our work. #EveryoneDeservesToFeelClean

[Refuge @RefugeCharity]

Pyjamas. A blanket. Nappies. These items mean everything to a woman and her children who have had to leave everything behind while fleeing their abuser.

[thehygienebank @thehygienebank]

Until the 27th August, for every purchase at your local @BootsUK of @Dove @TRESemmeUKI @Sure @lynx @RadoxUK @SheaMoisture Simple & @VaselineBrand Unilever will donate a unit to The Hygiene Bank #EveryoneDeservesToFeelClean #youbuywedonate #helptacklehygienepoverty

[Joseph Rowntree Foundation @jrf_uk]

It's good to see the government begin discussions on improving public services

Teachers have told us they're having to keep children fed and help families keep a roof over their head

🗣️ To fix our public services the government must also set out a plan for tackling hardship 1/2

[Dr Peter Weeks @DrPeterWeeks1]

Leadership , a document written by ⁦@JamesTCobbler⁩ and brilliantly he is now a Minister of HM government dept of justice. Grown ups doing grown up jobs , remember that ?

[Ruth Brock @RuthBrock]

Our amazing volunteers are the heart and soul of @thehygienebank - I am so grateful to each and every one of them. Read more about them here 👇

[thehygienebank @thehygienebank]

What makes people choose to give up their time and volunteer for causes that matter to them? We asked The Hygiene Bank volunteers that question. Read our blog to find out more - https://t.co/rLDz3EFbNf

#VolunteersWeek #EveryoneDeservesToFeelClean #Volunteer #MakeADifference

[Joseph Rowntree Foundation @jrf_uk]

Tonight is the @ITV General Election debate.

As the election was called, seven million low income households were going without essentials like food, showers, toiletries and adequate clothing.

🗣️ We want to hear from our political leaders about how they plan to tackle hardship.

[ITVPolitics @ITVNewsPolitics]

'One of my biggest fears in life is what happens to him when I'm gone.'

Speaking on @ITVTonight, Sir Ed Davey opened up about juggling responsibilities as Liberal Democrat leader and caring for his disabled teenage son | @rachyoungeritv reports

https://t.co/sl02UHDjVg

[thehygienebank @thehygienebank]

A very special thank you to all our volunteers this week. Thank you for everything you do providing hygiene essentials to food banks, schools, family support centres & shelters. You make a difference to those in hygiene poverty each and every day. #VolunteersWeek

[thehygienebank @thehygienebank]

It's Volunteers' Week! We are an organization powered by our amazing 600 volunteers throughout the UK and this week will be taking the opportunity to celebrate, thank and tell you the stories of our amazing volunteers!
#VolunteersWeek #EveryoneDeservesToFeelClean

[thehygienebank @thehygienebank]

4.2 million adults in the UK are unable to afford basic hygiene essentials, such as razors, laundry detergent or deodorant. Read our latest report and take action now 👉https://t.co/wn5gdvWBaP
#EveryoneDeservesToFeelClean #HygienePovertyin2024 HygienePoverty

[Ruth Brock @RuthBrock]

I just nominated THE HYGIENE BANK - join me! https://t.co/46XsJ0RXkf

[Joseph Rowntree Foundation @jrf_uk]

🗣️ Almost two thirds of people in destitution live with a chronic health condition or disability. Cutting people’s eligibility for benefits won't help.

The PM's speech was an irresponsible war of words on people who already aren’t getting enough support.
https://t.co/P0XprYhXsn.

[thehygienebank @thehygienebank]

🎉Big News Announcement🎉The Hygiene Bank’s founder, Lizzy Hall, recognised as a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in the King’s Birthday and New Year Honours list! Congratulations Lizzy, we couldn’t be prouder of you! Read more 👉 https://t.co/wE0ag0q7z1

[Mike Galsworthy @mikegalsworthy]

The highlight of #BBCQT 👇

[Ruth Brock @RuthBrock]

Just thirty minutes to go! Can you give a family the gift of clean this Christmas? #EveryoneDeservesToFeelClean

[thehygienebank @thehygienebank]

Over 7.3m people like Samira are going without basics such as food, heating & nappies.*
This @BigGive #ChristmasChallenge week, EVERY donation we receive via The Big Give will be DOUBLED.
👉 https://t.co/s4Hk2UEJnZ 👈
#EveryoneDeservesToFeelClean
Ends 12pm 05.12.23
*JRF Nov 23