WELCOME TO The Big Issue
The Big Issue exists to offer homeless and vulnerably housed people the opportunity to earn a legitimate income. We produce a weekly entertainment and current affairs magazine which vendors buy from us for 75p and sell to the public for £1.50, keeping 75p for themselves. Vendors must adhere to a code of conduct whilst selling the magazine.
We believe in offering ‘a hand up, not a hand out’, but we also recognise that earning an income is the first step on the journey away from homelessness. The Big Issue Foundation is a registered charity which exists to link vendors with the vital support which will help them address the issues which have led to their homelessness. The Foundation works exclusively with vendors, offering support, advice and referrals.
The Big Issue - a hand up, not a hand out.....
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Latest Issues
As land fills overflow, waterways become polluted and emissions continue to rise we ask, are we...
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Hot Chip - the electro pop stars talk about their critically acclaimed new album....
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Upcoming Events
Kilimanjaro 10 day trek
19th February 2010
Summer special – reduced registration – now £99! Take the ultimate Af...
London to Berlin Bike Ride
25th May 2010
Our brand new cycle challenge! • Cycle 367 miles to Berlin • 5 Full days cycling with a 1...
London To Paris Bike Ride 2010
22nd July 2010
"It was one of the best things I’ve ever - I can't thank The Big Issue Foundation enou...
The Big News
Cameron says NHS must look to Tesco
07th February 2010
David Cameron has pledged to introduce the "business thinking" of Tesco in the running of the NHS. ...
Big Issue Group Chairman awarded OBE
04th January 2010
Nigel Kershaw, the Chairman of The Big Issue Group and Chief Executive of Big Issue Invest, has...
Spark reignited as £1.5M funding confirmed
10th December 2009
A £1.5million commitment by the Department for Communities and Local Government Department t...
