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  • March 30, 2020
  • November 6, 2025

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Access a weekly news and entertainment magazine with a social justice focus. Explore inspiring community stories and vendor updates. Support a mission to help vulnerable people in the UK.

Award-winning weekly publication
Big Community channel with inspiring stories
Vendor updates and news
Save favorite articles
Offline reading
Night mode and adjustable text size
Share stories via social media
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What's New in The Big Issue UK

1.9.0

November 6, 2025

Bug fixes and performance improvements.

Subscription plans

3-month Subscription

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July 13 2020

User reviews

The Big Issue Abroad

Having bought my copy for years from a vendor outside Warren St and then in my local shop in Locks Heath I am so glad of my digital subscription. Whilst I would always, given the choice, prefer a paper copy (as I do a newspaper) this app is fantastic in keeping up to date with the work of the Big Issue along with insightful interviews on topical matters. Jon (Saudi Arabia).
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Doesn’t work as well as it used to

When I first got the app it was great. It would present the articles in a mobile friendly format, remember how far through the mag I was and even allow the sudoko be used on the the mobile. Now its not mobile friendly. It just presents the pages of the mag which you then have to zoom into to read. Then next time I open it I have to swipe through all the pages to get to where I left off. Tried deleting and reloading - no change.
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big issue discussing big issues

entertaining,thought- provoking with the usual mix of humour, important relevant issues.well done producing this in these weird times.

First experience

Considering my first experience of the big issue has been a free one thanks to vodafone, I am shocked by the typos etc. It’s a good mag but I won’t be subscribing sadly...

Top App - amazing again from The Big Issue

It’s not the same as buying from a vendor but in these times, reading the magazine on my phone brings a smile to my face.

FAQ

What is The Big Issue UK app?

The Big Issue UK app provides access to its award-winning weekly news and entertainment magazine, focusing on social justice and supporting vulnerable people. It also features a 'Big Community' channel with uplifting stories.

How much does The Big Issue UK app cost?

The app itself is free to download and provides access to the Big Community channel. Individual magazine issues and subscriptions are available for purchase within the app.

Does The Big Issue UK app offer subscriptions?

Yes, The Big Issue UK app offers subscription plans. These include a 3-month subscription for $33.99 and a 12-month subscription for $134.99.

Can I read The Big Issue UK offline?

Yes, you can download magazine editions and read them offline at your leisure. You can also choose the number of issues saved on your device to manage memory.

What age rating does The Big Issue UK app have?

The Big Issue UK app has an age rating of 4+. It is available on both iPhone and iPad.

How often is The Big Issue UK updated?

The app was last updated on November 6, 2025, with version 1.9.0. The weekly magazine is released every Monday, before general sale.

What makes The Big Issue UK app unique?

The app uniquely combines a news and entertainment magazine with a strong social justice focus and a commitment to preventing homelessness. It also features inspiring community stories and direct vendor updates.

How does purchasing from The Big Issue UK app help?

Every purchase made through The Big Issue UK app goes directly towards supporting the magazine's mission to help the most vulnerable and marginalized people in the UK improve their lives.