BUTCHER Tim Potter in Wellington has launched a meat and vegetable box gifting scheme to help those most in need during the coronavirus crisis.

Customers can buy ‘Potters Pounds’ vouchers to purchase £20 boxes, containing an assortment of locally sourced fresh produce and vegetables, for those who need them most.

Wellington town and county councillor Andrew Govier said: “I am delighted to support this scheme and feel it is an excellent project. We know these are tough times for many families in Wellington and Rockwell Green. The pandemic has left many families without employment and short of money.

“This scheme will allow some of these families to receive high quality, nutritious food from a very well-respected local business. Local residents have already shown their willingness to support the vulnerable people town and I hope that this will be another example of the excellent community spirit that we have here.”

The family business has been impressed by the number of generous regular customers and local businesses which have given boxes to help those in need at this difficult time.

Volunteer group The Welly Angels has offered to help deliver the gifted boxes in refrigerated packaging free of charge to those most in need as directed by local charities and community support groups.

Tim Potter said: “Since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic we have seen an unprecedented number of customers requesting free home delivery due to being in isolation.

“We have decided to introduce this gifting scheme to help those in isolation who are struggling to make ends meet in this desperate situation.

“We have been overwhelmed with offers of support received so far and thank all of those who have donated vital supplies to those who need them most.”

To purchase Potters Pounds vouchers, call Tim Potter’s outreach team on 07585 700030.