The past three years have been tough for many in the UK. Coronavirus, and most recently the economic downturn and the dramatic rise in the cost of living have put severe strain on households and family life. For many this financial pressure has become untenable and as winter looms closer it is expected that thousands more will be pushed onto the streets.
Depaul UK, the youth homelessness charity, is launching an urgent appeal this Christmas to raise awareness and gather support and money to combat this issue. Depaul says that “the combined impact of increased debt, spiralling bills and the low incomes that young people are often on could lead to conflict which can exacerbate family and relationship breakdowns. This increases the risks to young people vulnerable to homelessness and can put their lives in danger.”
