Record homeless figures in England prompt calls to tackle ‘national scandal’
by Aletha Adu Political correspondent from on (#6PV1J)
Latest housing data show 151,630 children in temporary accommodation - the most since records began
More than 150,000 children in England are living in temporary accommodation, prompting calls for the government to address what it calls a national scandal".
Living in temporary accommodation is considered a form of homelessness and can involve people staying in hostel or bed and breakfast (B&B) accommodation.
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