Free haircuts project aims to inspire other stylists

Chappels and other stylists from the area have run the project for a year, from several venues across Hampshire and Dorset.

She hopes that it will help anyone struggling while the cost of living continues to rise.

"People are making ends meet", she said.

"The mum might work two jobs, the dad works full time. Yes, they've got a mortgage. Yes, they've got a car.

"But the bills and everything after everything's gone - there's no money for luxuries such as a haircut."

And it isn't just for parents and their children - the service is for everyone and has been used by students and elderly members of the community too.