40+ Tory MPs rebel against plans to criminalize homelessness, limiting police action to serious nuisance.
Homelessness criminalisation plans dropped amid Tory backbench rebellion. Rough sleepers will only face prosecution for harassment or anti-social behavior. Amendments to the Criminal Justice Bill will limit police action to serious nuisance. Previously, proposals would have allowed police to fine or move on rough sleepers for "nuisance" reasons like excessive smell. Over 40 Tory MPs rebelled against these plans.
May 13, 2024
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