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August 13, 2020

Economic consequences of Covid will increase rough sleeping, charity warns

A new approach on homelessness is needed to help people off the streets for good, according to a new report. The Salvation Army said “amazing progress” had been made in recent months to help the homeless, but warned that the economic consequences of the Covid pandemic will increase rough sleeping and force families into expensive... Read More
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April 20, 2020

More work required to help rough sleepers, Local Government Secretary says

The Local Government Secretary has warned there is still more work to be done to help rough sleepers, claiming 90 per cent of them have been offered accommodation during the coronavirus crisis. Robert Jenrick said he is “very proud” of the efforts of councils to help vulnerable people in their own areas. “And our plan... Read More
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September 14, 2019

Chaplain for Sport urges sport stars to follow in Vincent Kompany’s footsteps by helping to tackle homelessness

The Westminster Chaplain for Sport has urged footballers to be more like former Manchester City star Vincent Kompany. His call comes following Kompany’s emotional return to the Etihad Stadium for his testimonial match, of which all proceeds went towards tackling homelessness in Manchester. Mgr Vladimir Felzmann said he was a “great fan” of the Belgian... Read More
Catholic Times, News – UK and Ireland
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September 11, 2019

Kompany praised for ‘passion’ in tackling homelessness ahead of tonight’s testimonial

Former Manchester City footballer Vincent Kompany has been praised ahead of his testimonial match for his “passion and determination” in tackling homelessness. Kompany, 33, will make an emotional return to the Etihad Stadium tonight after he joined Belgian club Anderlecht this summer following City’s treble-winning season in lifting the Premier League, FA Cup and the... Read More
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November 7, 2018

Bishop praises Cornerstone for ‘strong witness to Gospel values’

The Bishop of Salford has praised and congratulated a Manchester day centre for all the work it has done in providing services to vulnerable and disadvantaged adults throughout this past year. Bishop John Arnold thanked Cornerstone, a registered charity which is part of Caritas Diocese of Salford, for its strong witness to Gospel values during... Read More
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October 9, 2018

London professionals sleep out for Depaul UK on World Homeless Day

Professionals from all sectors of industry, MPs and Peers will give up a night of comfort by sleeping out in the elements at London’s Kia Oval cricket ground on 10th October to help end homelessness. Southwark-based homelessness charity Depaul is running its annual Sleepout to raise funds for its vital prevention services which ensure young... Read More
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October 6, 2018

Chaplain for Sport praises Man City star’s pledge to tackle rough sleeping

Mgr Vladimir Felzmann, the Westminster Diocesan Chaplain for Sport, has praised Manchester City star Vincent Kompany after he announced he will donate proceeds from his testimonial season to tackle rough sleeping in Manchester. The Belgian international has teamed up with Andy Burnham, the mayor of Greater Manchester, to launch fundraising campaign Tackle4MCR. Mr Burnham has... Read More
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August 13, 2018

Rough sleeping strategy can help homeless people turn their lives around, says PM

Theresa May has declared her aim to help homeless people “turn their lives around” as the Government launched a £100 million plan to end rough sleeping on England’s streets by 2027. The strategy was welcomed by homelessness charities, who said it would make a “real difference” to people’s lives. However, they warned it will not... Read More
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December 22, 2016

Prime Minister pledges £20 million to tackle rough sleeping

Theresa May has spoken of putting “prevention at the heart of tackling homelessness” as she has unveiled £20 million of funding to stop people becoming rough sleepers on the streets of London. Funding for “Homelessness Prevention Trailblazers” in 19 boroughs of the capital were among projects announced by the Prime Minister on Wednesday. The announcement... Read More
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