Aldi delivered 1.5m meals to people in need over the festive period through surplus food donations.

The discounter partnered with charities across the country to donate a range of fresh and chilled foods from stores after closing early on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve.

Luke Emery, national sustainability director at Aldi UK, said: “This Christmas we were proud to support so many incredible charities across the UK who provide essential support to those in need.

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“The services provided by food banks are more important than ever in the current climate, especially over the festive period and we’re committed to ensuring those that rely on them have access to a wide range of high-quality foods.”

The retailer worked with surplus food redistributor Company Shop Group to deliver over 2,500 free Christmas meals to the social enterprise. Additionally, Aldi teamed up with The Salvation Army and InPost Lockers to make it easier for shoppers to donate winter apparel through a warm clothing and post-Christmas clear-out appeal.

Shoppers can continue to give food to local community groups through the donation points in Aldi stores across the country.