Number of homeless single mothers soars in rental market
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Number of homeless single mothers soars in rental market
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"Women are affected by the housing crisis more than any other demographic, says Katie*, 40, a single mother from East London. The mother-of-two is currently living in temporary accommodation after leaving an abusive relationship in late 2024, first spending a year in a hotel. Following the end of the relationship, she found herself unable to pay the 2,200 cost for the flat alone. Soon after, she was handed a section 21 eviction notice by her landlord, and approached the council for help. They moved her and her four-year-old to a hotel in the neighbouring borough, which Katie says was highly unsuitable, adding: it was one tiny room, it was completely run down [the hotel] was full of men coming and going."
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