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Homelessness

Asked by James CartlidgeConservativeMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled Answered 18 November 2024UIN 12953

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, if she will provide additional support to district councils to reduce levels of homelessness.

Answered by Rushanara Ali

As announced at the Budget on 30th October, funding for homelessness services is increasing next year by £233 million compared to this year (2024/25). The increased spending will help to prevent rises in the number of families in temporary accommodation and help to prevent rough sleeping. This brings total spend to nearly a billion pounds in 25/26.

As announced on 6th November, the department will also be providing £10 million of Rough Sleeping Winter Pressures Funding to local authorities across England this winter.

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