The Leicester based company Universal Textiles donates 300 pieces of thermal clothing from their FLOSO thermal range to Brighton YMCA to help their residents stay warm this winter.
The donation forms part of 1,500 pieces given to YMCA services across the country.
This winter is forecast to be one of the most severe to hit Britain for years and will be a particularly tough one for people at risk of homelessness as well as those living on a low income.
Forecasters expect above-average snowfall, bitter arctic gales and plunging temperatures until February, which combined with the rising fuel costs, will put increasing pressure on those already struggling to stay warm.
Mr Karia from Universal-Textiles said: “Something as simple as putting on a layer of thermal clothing can make a huge difference to coping with the cold.”
Suzi Browne, spokesperson for YMCA, said: “Christmas and the winter months can be particularly difficult for those who are sleeping rough or in low income homes and unable to afford the rising costs of heating. While no one should be in a position where they feel they have no choice but to sleep on the streets or choose between heating or eating, this is sadly the daily reality for a growing number of people. We are very grateful to Universal Textiles for their kind donation, which will be distributed via YMCA services and drop in centres to those who need it most.”
Brighton YMCA has been housing and supporting local men and women with support needs since 1870.
Thermal underwear works by trapping a thin layer of air between the skin and the thermal fabric. The body, which has a core temperature of 37oC, then warms this layer of air, and due to air’s natural insulation qualities, this in turn keeps the body warm.
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