Rusel’s Homeless Sector Report
Homelessness pressures continue to grow across the UK, with record numbers of households and children living in temporary accommodation. This update examines the challenges facing councils, prison leavers, and support services, while exploring the government’s housing pledges, homelessness initiatives, and plans to deliver lasting solutions.
Positive Change, But More Still Needed: Updates from the Homelessness Charity Sector
Recent updates in the homelessness charity sector show that while policy changes—like scrapping the Vagrancy Act—are a step forward, they are not enough on their own. Charities are calling for a greater focus on dignity, inclusion, and tailored support.
Homelessness: Winter Challenges, and the Need for Safe Accommodation
The UK Government’s National Plan to End Homelessness, released in December 2025, has been welcomed by charities and support services. But as winter bites, councils and charities face mounting challenges to keep people safe.
Homelessness Sector Under Pressure
Oxfordshire’s decision to cut beds, delays to the no-fault eviction ban, and undercounting of homeless women highlight growing concerns in the UK homelessness sector.
Homelessness Sector: Funding, Frustrations & Fresh Solutions
Rusel shares key updates from the homelessness sector — from new government funding and innovative housing solutions to policy changes affecting veterans and disabled individuals. Discover how councils, charities, and campaigners are responding to the evolving challenges of homelessness across the UK.
State of the Sector – A Review of Homeless Link’s Annual Review
Demand for services continue to increase, but funding and support is getting harder to find. With a 30% reduction in bed spaces over last 10 years, shelters are now often turning people away.