Record homeless figures in England prompt calls to tackle ‘national scandal’

More than 150,000 children in England are living in temporary accommodation, prompting calls for the government to address what it calls a “national scandal”.

Meanwhile, separate figures from the Ministry of Justice showed bailiff repossessions as a result of a no-fault eviction had reached the highest level for six years.

Tom Darling, Director of the Renters’ Reform Coalition, said: “While in opposition, this government pledged to end no-fault evictions immediately, and the king’s speech last month rightly promised a ‘renters’ rights bill’.

“However, renters cannot afford to wait much longer – we must see legislation brought forward soon to get a grip on the situation and address the renting crisis.”