Homelessness in England rises by 14%, totaling 354,000 people, due to high rents and a lack of affordable homes.

Shelter reports that homelessness in England has risen by 14% to 354,000 people, with 146 in Dudley, including 78 children. The charity blames high rents and a lack of affordable homes. The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government acknowledges the issue as "shocking" and plans to address it with £1 billion in funding and by building more social and affordable homes.

December 14, 2024
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