A new community furniture project is appealing for support after the closure of a long-standing furniture scheme left many vulnerable people across Shropshire with fewer places to turn for affordable household essentials. Furniture donations are being sought for the new projectFresh Start Furnishings has been established to help ensure that individuals and families who are struggling financially can still access affordable, good-quality furniture and household items. Fresh Start Furnishings is also inviting local businesses, landlords, housing providers, charities and community organisations to work together to ensure good-quality furniture stays in the community and reaches those who need it most. Anyone wishing to donate furniture or find out more can contact:Fresh Start Furnishings at Monkmoor Farm Industrial Estate, Monkmoor Road, Shrewsbury, SY2 5TL, email [email protected] or call 07484 634072. Fresh Start Furnishings hopes the community will come together to prove that, even after the loss of a valued local service, Shropshire can continue helping its neighbours build a place to call home.