A report by MPs on the Public Accounts Committee has accused
the government of being "unacceptably complacent" over rising
levels of homelessness. It says the limited action taken has lacked
the urgency that is so badly needed and that the “light touch”
approach to working with local authorities tackling homelessness
has clearly failed. Liberal Democrat MP Layla Moran, who sits on
the committee, commented: “This damning report exposes the
Government’s failure to protect...Request free trial
A report by MPs on the Public Accounts Committee has accused
the government of being "unacceptably complacent" over rising
levels of homelessness.
It says the limited action taken has lacked the urgency that is so
badly needed and that the “light touch” approach to working
with local authorities tackling homelessness has clearly
failed.
Liberal Democrat MP , who sits on the committee,
commented:
“This damning report exposes the Government’s failure to protect
the most vulnerable in society.
“Soaring levels of homelessness have meant even many people in
work are now finding themselves on the streets or in temporary
accommodation.
“The complacency ministers are showing on this issue is
totally unacceptable and must come to an end.
“Instead of passing the buck to local authorities, the Government
must take responsibility for ending rough sleeping and building the
truly affordable homes the country needs.”
