housing crisis
The impact of frontline funding in Northern Ireland: Extern
St Martin-in-the-Fields Charity provided funding to Extern over a three-year period, ending in 2025, to support their work offering counselling to people who are unable to access many mainstream services. This could be due to having more “complex” experiences of mental ill-health, or due to past engagement within the criminal justice system. We asked the…
Worrying Rise in UK Homeless Deaths with One Death Every Six Hours
A recent report has highlighted a surge in homeless deaths in the UK, with 1,474 lives lost in 2023. The rise in fatalities highlights the urgent need for more affordable housing and support services. As the Labour Government promises action, our Frontline Worker Survey emphasises the need for immediate investment to prevent further loss of…