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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Housing Update

24 February 2022 · Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities

Proposed by Eddie Hughes Con Walsall North

Housing

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At a glance

Key points

  • The statement discusses the reduction in rough sleeping numbers across England
  • The minister announces a new strategy to end rough sleeping, including prevention and response measures
  • The government is committing 2 billion over three years to tackle homelessness and rough sleeping

Issue summary

The statement discusses the reduction in rough sleeping numbers across England and outlines new initiatives to address homelessness.

Action requested

The minister announces a new strategy to end rough sleeping, which will include preventing it where possible and effectively responding when it occurs. The government is also committing £2 billion over three years to tackle homelessness and rough sleeping.

Key facts

  • Number of people estimated to be sleeping rough on a single night in autumn has fallen by 49% since 2017.
  • This year the numbers have fallen by 9%, with falls seen in every region across England.
  • £800 million is being invested this year to tackle homelessness and rough sleeping, including £202 million for the Rough Sleeping Initiative.
  • The Rough Sleeping Accommodation Programme is delivering 6000 homes for rough sleepers.
  • Westminster, Manchester, and Exeter are among areas showing significant decreases in rough sleeping numbers.
  • Since May 2020, over 40,000 individuals have been supported into long-term accommodation.
  • The government has committed £2 billion to tackle homelessness and rough sleeping over the next three years.
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