""What we're hearing from people with lived experience is harrowing. One individual described the constant fear of eviction and the struggle to find stable housing, emphasizing the urgent need for effective solutions to address homelessness.""
""The number of people accessing emergency accommodation has almost tripled in the last 10 years, indicating a significant and ongoing crisis in housing stability and availability.""
The number of individuals in emergency accommodation reached 17,308 at the end of February, up from 17,112 the previous month. This total includes 11,851 adults and 5,457 children, both at record levels. The rise in emergency accommodation usage has been consistent over the years, with figures not accounting for those sleeping rough or in other temporary shelters. The government’s rental reforms, effective March 1, aim to enhance security for renters but face criticism for potentially increasing rent costs and homelessness through evictions.
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