Chair's quiz night raises funds for Uttlesford Foodbank

The event was held at the council's offices in Saffron Walden. Quizmaster Martin Day kept everyone's minds buzzing with rounds such as DragTails (drag queen or cocktail name) and Under the Covers (all about cover versions), with the final victors being a contingent from the foodbank.

Cllr Foley said: "It was a great evening and well attended - thank you to all involved. The food bank does such vital work in the district, providing emergency food and care parcels to individuals and families during times of crisis. I'm delighted we raised some money for this cause."

Katy Mendes-Day, Director of Uttlesford Foodbank, said: "With the ongoing cost-of-living crisis and pressures on our healthcare system continuing to affect many in our district, we're being kept busier than ever and are spending increasing amounts of money to ensure our shelves are stocked and ready to respond to demand.

"I want to express my gratitude to Cllr Foley for his support of the foodbank as well as to everyone who attended the event. I would also like to thank those who donate time, money and food to the food bank, without whose generosity we simply would not exist."

For more information about Uttlesford Foodbank, visit https://uttlesford.foodbank.org.uk/

31 March 2025