The Maldon Grinch was spotted at Tesco last weekend, helping to promote Maldon District Council's 'Climate Action strategy' while also supporting local foodbanks.

The festive thief was joined by Councillor Penny Channer, Leader of the Council; Claire Williamson, Climate Action Officer; and Rhiain Oakley, Tesco Community Champion. They helped him fill his trolley with lots of eco-friendly products which were then donated to Maldon Food Pantry.

Cllr Channer said: "I totally appreciate the challenging times we currently all face. 

"However, we can all try to do our bit in supporting Climate Change as part of the 'Our Home, Our Future' Climate Action strategy, and continue to care for our environment."

The foodbank at Elim Church, Wantz Road, will close this Wednesday (December 21). However, donations can also be taken to other foodbanks in the district.

Cllr Channer added: "I am delighted that the Maldon Grinch has given some of his time to show that going green is easy."

For more information on how to support the Council's climate change initiative by becoming a 'Climate Action Friend', get in touch via email.

To donate to one of the foodbanks in the district, donations will be gratefully accepted at:

Maldon Food Pantry:

• Wednesday from 10am until 12pm.
• Elim Church, Wantz Road, Maldon CM9 5DB

Dengie Food Bank:

• Every Wednesday from 10am until 12pm.
• United Reformed Church, North Street, Southminster, CM0 7DF.

Tollesbury Food Bank:

• Monday from 8am until 12 noon
• Friday from 5pm until 6.30pm
• The Centre, Congregational Church, East Street, Tollesbury, United Kingdom