The main reason adults said they were inspired to volunteer was seeing people first-hand experiencing troubles such as the cost-of-living crisis and homelessness.
By Francesca Tuckey
The study of 2,000 adults found assisting in schools, volunteering in charity shops and litter picking in community spaces are some of the most popular ways they are lending their services.
While others have helped out with Scouts or Brownies, local sports events or given lifts to people in need.
Nearly half (46%...
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