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Emma’s Story

My name is Emma and I am a Big Issue vendor in London. I’m originally from Bulgaria. I decided I wanted to see the world…

Steven can vividly recall the moment he was told that he could no longer sell The Big Issue; the magazine that has been his financial lifeline….

I first came across The Big Issue after someone from the church told me about it. I was looking for work, but I my English…

My name is Dariusz, I am 53 years old and I was a Big Issue vendor for 3 and a half years. I am originally…

I’ve been working really hard selling the magazine the last couple of years now. I’ve got lots of great customers that keep me going throughout…

I started with The Big Issue in a time of crisis when I needed an income on the streets. I came to London from Blackpool…

My name is Michael and I have been selling The Big Issue in Bristol for about 2 years now. I’m from Leicester originally but in…

I looked after my mum for five years because she had Alzheimer’s and when she passed away I moved in with my partner. I had…

He Won! Last month, we shared the news that former vendor Bill Webb made it through to the 2019 BH Star Awards. We are delighted…