Britain’s government announced another £432 million for accommodation and support for people sleeping rough, extending a program intended to continue beyond this winter.
The October 25 statement said the commitment would bring total investment to £874 million. Funding details are due in Wednesday’s Budget, with support extending beyond March 2027 through the rest of the current Parliament.
The program aims to offer people sleeping rough a route off the streets or wider support before Christmas. The additional money is intended to keep services running after winter and help people move into settled accommodation.
The government also said the National Housing Federation would work with housing associations to identify at least 2,000 potential homes and bedspaces, including empty properties.