West Worcestershire MP Dame Harriett Baldwin has welcomed a supermarket scheme which has raised thousands of pounds for local primary schools.

The MP met with staff from Asda in an event in the Houses of Parliament to raise awareness of the scheme which has raised £4891 for primary schools in the constituency.

Shoppers can nominate a school and Asda then gives money.  The more they shop the more Asda gives up to £500 to help with school costs like trips, learning materials and sports equipment.

Dame Harriett said:

“I regularly visit the Asda in Pershore to hear about the work it does supporting the local community and this is a really well supported scheme which is raising hundreds of pounds for 45 schools in the constituency.

“This is a great example of how a major supermarket is able to harness parent power and give a little bit of extra help with schools’ spending.

“The money is allocated with the collaboration of local Parent Teacher Associations which often play a vital role helping schools out. I was happy to support this initiative and encourage Asda shoppers to do the same.”

Photo: Dame Harriett Baldwin MP celebrates the cash boost to local schools with Asda community champions Lisa Hunt (left) and Kuia Newman (right).