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The most recent delivery, totalling around one tonne, was collected this week by volunteers from Uttlesford Foodbank, continuing the airport’s long‑running support for communities across north west Essex and east Hertfordshire.
The donations come from items surrendered at airport security by passengers unable to take them through due to the liquid restrictions. Unopened jars of jam, peanut butter, canned drinks and toiletries are among the goods collected.
Instead of going to waste, the items are sorted and redistributed each month to foodbanks in Uttlesford, Harlow and Bishop’s Stortford.
Volunteers from Uttlesford Foodbank collected the latest donation, which will now be shared with households across the district.
Dan Turpin, London Stansted’s Community Engagement Manager, said:
“While we always encourage passengers to double-check their hand luggage before they travel, sometimes items do get left behind due to the liquid rules at airport security. Thanks to our partnership with local foodbanks, these goods don’t go to waste but instead go straight to people who really need them. From jars of jam to canned drinks and toiletries, the donations make a real difference.”
Katy Mendes‑Day, Director at Uttlesford Foodbank, said:
“Stansted Airport has been supporting Uttlesford Foodbank for some time by donating suitable food and drink items that passengers are unable to take through security. It’s reassuring to know that these items can go on to help households in need across the district. We’re very grateful for the partnership and for their ongoing support of local communities.”
All donated items are checked to ensure they are unopened and within their use by dates before being redistributed by the airport’s waste contractor, The Green Block.
