Government 'recognises' increased temporary accommodation demand

By Dan Peters | 01 March 2024

The Government has said it recognises the challenges local authorities face in responding to the increased demand for temporary housing.

It comes after a survey by the District Councils’ Network yesterday showed that housing benefit subsidy covers just 38% of its members’ temporary accommodation costs.

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