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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…

I’ve been selling the magazine in Nottingham for a little while now. It’s been great. I had money troubles, built up a bit of debt,…