Background to ending homelessness

Homelessness destroys lives and damages communities. It breeds despair, anger and desperation and can lead to mental and physical illness. 

Background

"I want to give everyone - no matter what their background or their circumstances - the chance to lift themselves up and make the most of their lives. And an important part of that means tackling homelessness - giving everyone the security that a roof over their head brings... We can tackle homelessness. I mean it."
Rt Hon David Cameron MP

Over recent decades different governments, local councils and charities have acted to tackle homelessness Nevertheless, tens of thousands of people still become homeless each year. Too many still fall through the safety net. Our member organisations support the thousands of people whose lives have been marked by homelessness. Every day they help people to make the journey out of homelessness. But they believe much more is possible.

The opportunity

We have a unique opportunity to end this enduring social ill. This is not about sentiment; it is about seeking success in this most challenging area of social change. The UK is a prosperous country. It is an international pace setter in tackling homelessness. The progress already achieved gives us the confidence to aim higher.

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