FtSE Member News: Barnardo’s Warns That Care Leavers May End Up Sleeping Rough

Barnardo’s warns that care leavers may end up sleeping rough unless they can get an alternative to B&B accommodation.

Barnardo’s CEO Javed Khan says:

It is shameful that so many vulnerable young people have nowhere decent to stay upon leaving the care system.

B&B is far from ideal. But if its usage is to be banned, emergency back-up needs to be available.   

Care leavers rely on local authorities for support. Children’s services and housing departments need to find suitable lodgings for those in dire need of a roof over their head.

Source:
http://www.barnardos.org.uk/news/Barnardo8217s_warns_that_Care_Leavers_may_end_up_sleeping_rough/latest-news.htm?ref=97923

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