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Ruth Kelly has announced a new drive to tackle youth homelessness
Kelly pledges support for homeless youngsters

A package worth £164 million aimed at helping young homeless people get back on their feet has been unveiled by the government. Communities secretary Ruth Kelly pledged £74 million next year to support the measures, and a further £90 million on improving hostels. She said the government aimed to end the use of bed and… Read more »

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Charities say the current policy on failed asylum seekers is inhumane
Asylum seekers ‘forced to sleep rough’

Thousands of failed asylum seekers are being forced to sleep rough and find food in dustbins, two charities have claimed. The Amnesty International and Refugee Action report, based on surveys with people whose final application has been rejected, finds many are sleeping in parks, public toilets and phone-boxes. This is a direct result of unfair… Read more »