Sir Mark Hendrick: Award is sign Government getting 'back on track' on scourge

Preston's MP Sir Mark Hendrick said he felt the government was 'getting back on track' in giving councils the resources to tackle homelessness.

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And he underlined how he saw the funding as being crucial for the council to work alongside other organisations in the city to tackle homelessness.

He said: “The Government is providing councils with an £84 million cash boost to help prevent homelessness and support families this winter. Immediate help for children and families in temporary accommodation is at heart of this funding.

“As winter approaches and temperatures plummet, more people are likely to face the prospect of sleeping on cold streets and they urgently need support.