Life at times can't wait weeks things happen that need instant action :

One woman, whose daughter was admitted to hospital on Saturday, said she was unable to buy new clothes for her despite her pyjamas being "soaked in blood".

Chelsea Jones, from Llwynypia, Rhondda Cynon Taf, said she was forced to make a 40-mile trip home to collect replacements.

"I was driving around crying in a panic trying to find somewhere that I am able to pick up some essentials for my child," she said.

"I have never felt so angry, frustrated or upset, ever. You just never know when a 'non essential item' will become 'essential' to you."

Another parent, Jodi Merry, who is also from Rhondda Cynon Taf, said the rules were an "inconvenience" and she was planning to buy clothes for her eight-year-old son after she gets paid next week.

"I know it's only two weeks but he doesn't have any*