A charity in East Yorkshire, Help the Homelezz, has made an urgent appeal for sleeping bags after running out due to high demand. Based in Goole, the charity assists between 50 and 70 homeless individuals each night and distributes up to 15 sleeping bags daily. Demand for their services has doubled since the charity was founded four years ago.

Founder Mark Penn emphasized the critical need for sleeping bags, which provide comfort during the day and a place to sleep at night. The charity, which relies solely on donations, has been hit hard by rising costs and the cost of living crisis, leading to a decline in donations. Penn, a former soldier and rough sleeper, urged for any donations, saying they would clean and repair used bags if needed. He highlighted the ongoing struggle of living on the streets, stressing the dire situation many face.

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