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<p>Almost 15,000 vulnerable people, including those who were street homeless, have
been housed in emergency accommodation, including hotels, since the start of the COVID-19,
according to returns from local authorities.</p><p>We are continuing to work with
local authorities to understand the work they are doing to help the most vulnerable
in our society. We announced on 24 May plans to provide thousands of long-term, safe
homes for vulnerable rough sleepers taken off the streets during this pandemic. This
ambitious commitment will be backed by £160 million this year through accelerating
plans for the £381 million announced for rough sleeping services at Budget, bringing
the total to £433 million over the lifetime of this Parliament. The Government is
increasing the revenue support of the total programme by 37% to make sure that the
rough sleepers have the support they need to stay off the streets for good.</p><p>This
funding with 3,300 units of this accommodation becoming available in the next 12 months.
Homes England, in partnership with my Department, have pledged to work hand-in-hand
with leading Housing Associations and local authorities to deliver this.</p><p> </p><p>
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