Urgent appeal: The Big Issue vendors are unable to sell. Please consider subscribing to the magazine to help The Big Issue and our vendors during this time of crisis. | The Big Issue

Winter used to be the season where Big Issue vendors thrived, but with the death of the high-street and the rise in online shopping they're now struggling to get by more than ever before. With your support, you can help us be here for our vendors this Christmas. That's because every time you buy a copy of The Big Issue, subscribe or donate, you are helping our vendors to work their way out of poverty by providing 'a hand up not a hand out.' Show your support this Christmas. | The Big Issue