Author: Rebecca Pearce
Thank you for supporting our Christmas Appeal
Each year, we are astounded by the generosity of everyone who chooses to support us. In a time that is economically difficult for many, we appreciate that so many of you are thinking of those less fortunate – those who are facing homelessness – above yourselves. Thanks to all of you, we are on track…
How the BBC Radio 4 Christmas Appeal Helped Reunite a Family
For most, Christmas is a time of joy and togetherness, but the reality is very different for people at risk of or currently experiencing homelessness. When Mikael experienced homelessness, it was an extremely isolating time, not least because it meant he was unable to see his children as much as he would like to, or…
Government announces almost £1 billion of new funding next year to tackle homelessness – our response
“It is good to see that the crisis of homelessness being prioritised. A cash injection to the sector is vital – between January and March alone this year, 86,520 households qualified for homelessness support from their councils. This is the highest number since these records began, with record numbers also in temporary accommodation and sleeping…
Julia Rausing Trust makes £500,000 donation
The theme for the BBC Radio 4 Christmas Appeal this year is ‘My Wish’ – because a safe home of one’s own should not be too much to wish for. Julia Rausing Trust, formerly the Julia and Hans Rausing Trust, has supported St Martin’s Charity since 2017, and this gift brings the total awarded to…
BBC Radio 4 Women’s Hour: Mental Health Fund
In this year’s Making a Difference presented by Hugh Dennis, we heard the stories of three people supported by the work of St Martin-in-the-Fields Charity. One of those people was Elvira, who was supported by Rowan Alba’s ‘Psychology in Hostels’ project. This project, in partnership with NHS Lothian, sees a clinical psychologist embedded into two…
The Radio Times: Hugh Dennis on Making a Difference
Hugh narrates our Making a Difference broadcast on BBC Radio 4, and this year came with us to interview Carla, who features in the programme. Carla is being supported by The Connection at St Martin’s, who we provide funding to each year, and living in a women’s hostel after two decades of on-and-off homelessness and…
Our Response to Labour’s Autumn Budget
“We face a real crisis of homelessness and housing need in this country. We are seeing records levels of homelessness, and many more people and families are living on the brink of homelessness due to the on-going cost-of-living crisis. It was good therefore to see the Chancellor today recognise this crisis, by pledging £230 million…
Our Response to the Government’s Homelessness Statistics
86, 520 households qualified for homelessness support from their councils between January and March alone.
Our Response to the King’s Speech
The King's Speech yesterday was a positive step towards the recognition of people who find themselves experiencing homelessness.
