Thursday, 14 August 2014

Almost 600 Homes in England at Risk Every Day

Nearly 600 households in England are at risk of losing their homes every day, new research reveals. The research, which comes from Ministry of Justice statistics, also identified hotspots around the country where the risk is particularly high. While Barking and Dagenham topped the list, the problem isn’t just in London – Nottingham and Salford also showed up in the top 20. The findings come as sky-high housing costs are pushing more and more families to the brink. With finances stretched to breaking point, just one thing, like a sudden illness or job loss, can leave a family facing homelessness. Read more on the Shelter website.

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