The Independent highlights pressing issues such as homelessness in England, where the use of temporary accommodation has surged, impacting local government finances. A report from the Public Accounts Committee reveals that the cost of emergency accommodations has increased significantly, reaching £2.1 billion for 2023/24. MP Sir Geoffrey Clifton-Brown described the crisis facing local authorities as desperate, urging for governmental action to address the supporting financial burdens. With 123,000 households currently in temporary housing, substantial solutions are needed to prevent further financial strain on local councils.
Sir Geoffrey Clifton-Brown, chair of the committee, said local authorities had been left trying to save a sinking ship with little more than a leaky bucket.
The booming use of temporary accommodation for homeless families by local authorities has led to a crisis situation that must be urgently dealt with across government.
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