While statistics focusing on the most vulnerable in society at one of the hardest times of the year are vital in drawing attention to the issue, this focus unfortunately tends to fade as we enter into the new year with our own reflections and resolutions in mind.
Homelessness is not a seasonal issue. Every day, more than 140 young people aged 16 to 24 in England are accepted as homeless or in need of immediate support, and YMCA provides a home to more than 18,000 people experiencing homelessness each year. It is clear that provision to support homeless young people is inadequate – as we enter into 2020, with a new government in place, the need for action cannot be ignored.
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