"New figures show that a total of 104 children died with temporary accommodation as a contributing factor to their vulnerability, ill-health, or death, according to data covering 1 April 2019 to 31 March 2025."
"Temporary accommodation is a form of homelessness often described as hidden, and can include locations such as bed and breakfasts (B&BS) and hostels."
"The number of children living in temporary accommodation continues to reach record highs according to data published by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government in February."
"The APPG also noted that between October 2023 and September 2025, 175,990 children were in such accommodation in England at the end of September, a rise of 7 percent on the same point in 2024."
The Independent focuses on vital issues such as reproductive rights, climate change, and the influence of Big Tech. It highlights the importance of on-the-ground reporting to uncover facts amidst messaging. Recent data reveals a concerning rise in children living in temporary accommodation in the UK, with 104 child deaths linked to this situation. The All Party Parliamentary Group for Households in Temporary Accommodation has condemned these findings as scandalous, emphasizing the urgent need for action to address homelessness and its impact on vulnerable populations.
Read at www.independent.co.uk
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