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Councils spend record £1bn on temporary accommodation

English councils spent a record £1bn on temporary accommodation for homeless households last year, analysis has revealed.

By William Eichler | 30 August 2024
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English councils spent a record £1bn on temporary accommodation for homeless households last year, analysis has revealed.

The amount represents an increase of more than 50% on the year before.

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