A homeless person lies in a London doorway in a blue sleeping bag. Part of the man's face is visible around the corner of a building and he is holding a paper cup.Image source, Reuters
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The pledge was one of Burnham's key early announcements after becoming prime minister in July

ByJennifer McKiernan, Political reporter and Tarah Welsh, Housing correspondent
  • Published11 minutes ago

Funding is set to double to support a pledge by the prime minister to give every rough sleeper in England a route off the streets by Christmas.

Ending rough sleeping was one of Andy Burnham's first promises when he entered Downing Street, announcing a £442m package to provide emergency accommodation and practical support.