Government's £84m Package Fails to Address Homelessness
The government has announced an £84 million winter package to tackle homelessness and rough sleeping, with Lambeth and Croydon set to receive £1.3 million.
Campaigners argue that the funds allocated for street homelessness and drug services are insufficient, and that the same companies that already receive millions from Lambeth's housing emergency will benefit again.
Housing Secretary Steve Reed said the plan is part of a £1 billion national investment to "end homelessness for good."
- £3 million boost for drug and alcohol treatment across 83 local authorities
- Equivalent to £29,000 per borough
Author's summary: UK government's £84m package criticized for inadequately addressing homelessness.