Nestle has donated 8,000 Easter eggs to Wiltshire Council for critical workers and vulnerable residents across the county.

People receiving food parcels will get an extra sweet treat in their next delivery thanks to Nestle, who donated a surplus of Easter eggs to worthy causes throughout the UK.

In addition to being distributed in emergency food parcels, the eggs have been delivered to Wiltshire to foodbanks and frontline staff in schools, nurseries, social care, NHS, police, fire and rescue and refuse collectors.

Cllr Philip Whitehead, leader of the council, said: "We're very grateful to Nestle for donating these Easter eggs for us to distribute across the county to vulnerable people and critical workers in Wiltshire.

"Our frontline services have worked tirelessly during the pandemic and their commitment and contribution is hugely appreciated.

“This is just a little way we can say ‘thank you' for their amazing efforts and provide a treat for the most vulnerable members of our community who have been particularly affected by Covid-19.”