Our views
St Mungo's is happy to provide comment on all aspects of homelessness, such as housing, rough sleeping, substance use, mental health and any other issues affecting our clients. Our answers to some common questions are listed below. For further information, case studies or to arrange an interview with a spokesperson contact our press office.
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Move on accommodation
Hostel residents can become 'stuck' in the system for lack of appropriate places for them to move on to.
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Soup runs
Our view on food provided free on London's streets.
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Rough sleeper numbers
Our view on the number of people sleeping rough, and Government methods of gathering this information.
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New Europeans
Homelessness among migrants from new European countries.
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Substance use treatment
Our views on the best way to aid recovery from substance use problems.
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Sex working
Years of experience working with vulnerable women has given us expertise in this area.
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Begging
Our view on donating money to people who beg.