SHOPPERS in Yorkshire are being asked to donate to the UK’s biggest food drive this weekend, as charities warn of increasing worries amid the cost of living crisis.

The 10th annual Tesco Food Collection, which takes place at every Tesco store from December 1 to 3, comes as the Trussell Trust and FareShare expect to provide food to 1.2 million people this winter.

The donations will support food banks in the Trussell Trust’s network to provide emergency parcels and help FareShare supplement fresh food donations to thousands of charities.

The items most needed will be highlighted in store, and shoppers at large stores will also be able to pick up pre-filled donation bags containing items chosen by food banks and local charities.

“Our customers have been incredibly generous during our decade-long partnership with the charities,” said Tesco CEO Ken Murphy.

“Every can, packet or jar will make a difference. We will top up all those donations with 20 per cent in cash to support the charities.”

Gareth Batty, Chief Executive at FareShare Yorkshire, added: “This is crucial in helping to collect long-life food and we are immensely grateful to Tesco for their continued support which will help us to continue getting food where it is most needed.”