Families facing homelessness, mothers fleeing domestic violence, and refugees could be left with no way to seek legal help if government plans to clamp down on judicial reviews go ahead. Boris Johnson has pledged to cut “abuse” of the judicial review process – a legal mechanism by which the decisions of public bodies can be […]
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Hundreds more families are struggling with homelessness amid ‘unprecedented’ levels of demand on Manchester town hall. The number of people in temporary accommodation across the city is now ten times what it was five years ago, a report has revealed. Manchester City Council plans to invest an extra £2.3million into its homelessness services to provide […]
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More than one family a day were evicted from their homes in Liverpool last year as a toxic mix of housing problems and benefits chaos continues to wreak havoc in the city. Tenant evictions have soared to their highest level on record in Liverpool, with new government figures revealing that 432 renters in the city […]
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An incredible project is seeing recycled crisp packets turned into sleeping bags to help the homeless survive a cold winter on the streets. Pen Hutson knew that a charity she worked with simply didn’t have enough sleeping bags for everyone who needed one, reports Teesside Live. So she began to make the sleeping bags out […]
https://seftonsupportedhousing.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/SSHG_Logo_RGB.png00Jamie Leeminghttps://seftonsupportedhousing.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/SSHG_Logo_RGB.pngJamie Leeming2020-02-19 07:53:452020-02-25 14:12:06Warm And Dry In A Bivi Bag Made From Crisp Packets
A new report has revealed the extent in which poor health can be caused by rough sleeping – as well as stressing the high health needs of women experiencing homelessness. Conducted by Groundswell and funded by the Greater London Authority, the research is aimed at understanding more about the health conditions women are facing and […]
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On their way to Wales’ Six Nations opener against Italy last weekend, rugby fan Jonathan Morgan and his group of friends found themselves with a spare ticket to the Principality Stadium encounter. A last-minute cancellation meant the group of seven was now down to six. Rather than trying to sell the ticket, the group opted […]
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The Chartered Institute of Housing president Aileen Evans has today (5th February) launched a new guide to help housing organisations raise their game on mental health. The guide, developed with support from the mental health charity Mind, sets out six things the sector can do to make everyone who works in housing more aware and […]
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Smart new trainers are set to be handed out to homeless people in Liverpool -thanks to some kind-hearted businessmen. The owners of a new, Liverpool-based, online shoe retailer – Fino Footwear – are making the generous donation of custom-made shoes to those sleeping rough in the city, reports the Liverpool Echo. Fino is run by […]
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THE chief executive of Wirral’s YMCA hostel for homeless people has expressed concerns over the increasing number of people using its services. Nigel Hughes’ comments came after the ‘Sleep Ferry Well’ appeal, organised by Woodside Ferry Village and Samelco Web Technology, presented the YMCA with much-needed heavy duty army camp beds and other sundries for people […]
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A homeless shelter in Glasgow has announced it will allow dogs to stay with their owners, following advice from housing providers. The Glasgow City Mission will supply items such as food, bedding and treats for pets from 24 January. In November Simon Community Scotland issued guidance with Dogs Trust on the matter, highlighting how dogs […]
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Judicial Review ‘Clampdown’ Could Harm The Homeless
/in News /by Jamie LeemingFamilies facing homelessness, mothers fleeing domestic violence, and refugees could be left with no way to seek legal help if government plans to clamp down on judicial reviews go ahead. Boris Johnson has pledged to cut “abuse” of the judicial review process – a legal mechanism by which the decisions of public bodies can be […]
Manchester Council Struggles With Homelessness Crisis
/in News /by Jamie LeemingHundreds more families are struggling with homelessness amid ‘unprecedented’ levels of demand on Manchester town hall. The number of people in temporary accommodation across the city is now ten times what it was five years ago, a report has revealed. Manchester City Council plans to invest an extra £2.3million into its homelessness services to provide […]
Rise In Evictions Driving Homelessness In Liverpool
/in News /by Jamie LeemingMore than one family a day were evicted from their homes in Liverpool last year as a toxic mix of housing problems and benefits chaos continues to wreak havoc in the city. Tenant evictions have soared to their highest level on record in Liverpool, with new government figures revealing that 432 renters in the city […]
Warm And Dry In A Bivi Bag Made From Crisp Packets
/in News /by Jamie LeemingAn incredible project is seeing recycled crisp packets turned into sleeping bags to help the homeless survive a cold winter on the streets. Pen Hutson knew that a charity she worked with simply didn’t have enough sleeping bags for everyone who needed one, reports Teesside Live. So she began to make the sleeping bags out […]
Women, Homelessness And Health
/in News /by Jamie LeemingA new report has revealed the extent in which poor health can be caused by rough sleeping – as well as stressing the high health needs of women experiencing homelessness. Conducted by Groundswell and funded by the Greater London Authority, the research is aimed at understanding more about the health conditions women are facing and […]
Kind Rugby Fans Take Homeless Man To The Big Game
/in News /by Jamie LeemingOn their way to Wales’ Six Nations opener against Italy last weekend, rugby fan Jonathan Morgan and his group of friends found themselves with a spare ticket to the Principality Stadium encounter. A last-minute cancellation meant the group of seven was now down to six. Rather than trying to sell the ticket, the group opted […]
New Guide To Homelessness And Mental Health
/in News /by Jamie LeemingThe Chartered Institute of Housing president Aileen Evans has today (5th February) launched a new guide to help housing organisations raise their game on mental health. The guide, developed with support from the mental health charity Mind, sets out six things the sector can do to make everyone who works in housing more aware and […]
New Trainers For The Homeless Of Liverpool
/in News /by Jamie LeemingSmart new trainers are set to be handed out to homeless people in Liverpool -thanks to some kind-hearted businessmen. The owners of a new, Liverpool-based, online shoe retailer – Fino Footwear – are making the generous donation of custom-made shoes to those sleeping rough in the city, reports the Liverpool Echo. Fino is run by […]
Winter Boost For Wirral YMCA
/in News /by Jamie LeemingTHE chief executive of Wirral’s YMCA hostel for homeless people has expressed concerns over the increasing number of people using its services. Nigel Hughes’ comments came after the ‘Sleep Ferry Well’ appeal, organised by Woodside Ferry Village and Samelco Web Technology, presented the YMCA with much-needed heavy duty army camp beds and other sundries for people […]
A Dog Is For Life…
/in News /by Jamie LeemingA homeless shelter in Glasgow has announced it will allow dogs to stay with their owners, following advice from housing providers. The Glasgow City Mission will supply items such as food, bedding and treats for pets from 24 January. In November Simon Community Scotland issued guidance with Dogs Trust on the matter, highlighting how dogs […]