Thousands of homeless children forced to live in shipping containers

Joe Lepper
Wednesday, August 21, 2019

More than 210,000 children are homeless in England, with many forced to live in shipping containers, office blocks and bed and breakfast accommodation, according to a damning report published by the children's commissioner.

The analysis estimates there are 50,000 children living in temporary housing
The analysis estimates there are 50,000 children living in temporary housing

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