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Homelessness
Number of Ipswich households seeking homelessness support rises by 65%
New government figures show that the number of households seeking homelessness support in Ipswich has increased from 305 to 505 between April and June compared to the same period last year.
'A space to thrive': Suffolk homeless project wins national recognition
A local initiative that transforms empty properties into fully-furnished homes for homeless people has won national recognition for its innovative and dignified approach to tackling homelessness.
£88,000 emergency hotel contract approved as homeless numbers rise
Rising homelessness in Ipswich has forced the council to spend £88,810 on emergency hotel accommodation. The contract extension at the Copdock Best Western comes as local housing services struggle with "insufficient capacity."
Modular homes give fresh start to Ipswich homeless
In its first year of operation, a modular housing project in Ipswich has helped people move from homelessness into employment and private housing.
Council awards urgent £60k water hygiene contract for homeless housing unit
Ipswich Borough Council has approved a £59,978 contract to implement new water piping at East Villa, its 45-room temporary housing facility for homeless families on Sidegate Lane, Ipswich.
Council seeks resident feedback on new housing and homelessness strategy
Ipswich Borough Council is asking residents to help shape its housing plans for 2025-2030.
Charity helps over 400 people furnish homes in fight against homelessness
Hopestead has provided furniture, appliances and flooring to more than 400 people over the past year as part of its Hope at Home campaign to end homelessness.
Local veteran speaks out as PM promises housing for veterans, care leavers and abuse victims
Combat2Coffee founder and former serviceman Nigel Seaman speaks out as Sir Keir Starmer guarantees housing for all military veterans, young care leavers and domestic abuse victims by exempting them from local connection tests for social housing.Council to consult on new housing and homelessness strategy
Ipswich Borough Council will consider adopting a new 5-year housing strategy next week, with plans to launch a public consultation if approved.
Homelessness charity offers grants up to £15,000 for local projects
Hopestead, a part of Flagship Group, has launched its fourth round of 'Hope Funds', offering grants up to £15,000 for charities and social enterprises tackling homelessness in East Anglia.
Ipswich Regent Theatre's charity appeal receives overwhelming support
Theatregoers and council staff have donated hundreds of items to help people affected by homelessness in Ipswich.
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