London Renters Becoming Homeless Increases 700%

The number of people in London becoming homeless due to the ending of shorthold tenancies – the type most commonly held by private renters – has increased more than sevenfold since 2009/10. According to a report released by the CLG, 6,790 London households in 2014/15 were made homeless following the end of their tenancies, up from just 930 households five years before. It means that 39 per cent of the London households that became homeless were for that reason, compared to just the 1 per cent of those who had their homes repossessed due to mortgage arrears. Read more on the Independent website.

New Website to Help Combat London's Rising Homeless Problem

With the latest Government statistics showing a 27% rise in homelessness in the capital, a website has been re-launched to help those at risk of homelessness access the advice they need.  Homelesslondon.org offers a one-stop-shop for information on the rights of those who are homeless and links to over 1,600 services that may be able to help.  If someone is homeless, in danger of becoming homeless or needs to find accommodation – Homeless London takes you through the stages to find the information that is relevant to you.  With over 60,000 visits a year by professionals working with those who are homeless, the site will continue to enable them to find accurate information on local services.  To find out more, visit the Homeless London website.