Oxfam shop stock hits ‘critically low’ levels

OXFAM Ireland has warned that stock in its 49 shops nationwide is at critically low levels, which is affecting its ability to distribute aid.

The charity says the volume of donations to its shops has fallen dramatically in the past couple of years.

Oxfam Ireland says stock levels in its 49 shops are “critically low”. The recession has meant consumers are buying fewer goods, such as new clothes. Instead they are keeping items they would normally donate to charity.