Homeless Told To Sleep Rough To Get Help

Some homeless people have been told by councils to sleep rough so they can get help, a charity has said. Research by St Mungo's found some local authorities turned away those in need or told them to sleep on the streets in order to access services. It wants the government to ensure local authorities stop sending away those with nowhere to go. Ministers say no-one should ever have to sleep rough and money was being invested to help those in need. The findings, based on 40 St Mungo's clients, suggest that three-quarters slept rough after asking a council for help. Read more on the St Mungo’s website.