The council has launched a Winter Warmth campaign to support local people in need over the coming months.

Ealing and Hounslow Community Voluntary Service (EHCVS), in partnership with Hounslow Council, has launched the campaign to provide a range of support and guidance to help keep people safe and informed during the coronavirus pandemic.

Carolyn Sellick, Volunteering and Communities Manager, Ealing and Hounslow Community Voluntary Service, said: "Ealing & Hounslow Volunteer Centre have been overwhelmed by the enormous contribution made by volunteers and charities during the pandemic.

"We recognise that many people want to help but can't commit to traditional volunteer roles. We have developed our social action and giving page to allow everyone to help out in the effort to keep our communities safe, well and warm."

Cllr Candice Atterton, Cabinet Member for Adults, Social Care and Health, said: "Through this year's Winter Warmth campaign, we want to encourage those who are already doing their bit to support their neighbours to keep going.

"We hope others will be inspired to support their communities through the combined impact of coronavirus and winter.

"We are calling on local people to support our campaign by making a simple pledge. This could be anything from donating much-needed funds to a local charity, supporting a neighbour with their shopping, or donating to a local food bank."

Businesses are also being invited to make a pledge to support local people or community groups in the borough.

Players from Brentford Football Club and staff are supporting the campaign by creating a video which will be used to raise awareness of the Hounslow Community Foodbox service and encourage donations.

The Hounslow Young Carers Project, run by Brentford FC Community Sports Trust, is providing young carers in Hounslow with a special Christmas hamper in December.

Local residents and businesses should visit Ealing and Hounslow Community Voluntary Service website to make their pledge and find out more about the opportunities available.

Or call the EHCVS Hounslow Volunteer Coordinator on 07378 147 005.

If you know of a community group in need, get in touch by calling 07378 147 005 or emailing [email protected]