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Housing Update
24 February 2022
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities
At a Glance
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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