Homelessness
The Welsh Government is actively making an attempt to end homelessness,
alongside their continued attempt to end rough sleeping.
The majority of death related to Homelessness are due to suicide and drug use. Substance use can result in homelessness, where the stress can lead to people
continuing drug use since it’s familiar to them and a way of coping.
source: Wales Online
Government policy reform is the best way to tackle the homelessness crisis.
Housing benefits do not cover private rents. Private rents cover a higher percentage of households in the UK than social housing.
The root cause of the problem is entirely out of the control of those effected by homelessness.
Outdated laws are keeping those in need from getting the help they deserve.
source: BBC
Unaffordable rent is a leading risk for homelessness.
Vulnerable people such as abuse survivors and prison leavers are at a higher risk of homelessness than others.
Those on the street are more likely to experience random acts of assault.
source: Crisis