Rough Sleeping and Good Growth Funds

Debate between Lee Pitcher and Florence Eshalomi

Monday 26th October 2026 Commons Chamber

[Florence Eshalomi]

I am happy to look into that and come back to the right hon. Lady.

[Lee Pitcher (Doncaster East and the Isle of Axholme) (Lab)]

Today’s announcement is a hugely important step forward, as is having a Prime Minister who has put ending rough sleeping at front and centre of the political agenda. As a patron of Doncaster Housing for Young People, I see the difference that wraparound support makes to people who are vulnerable to homelessness. Will the Government ensure that we measure success not just by the number of people helped off the streets, but by how many people are able to rebuild their lives and remain in secure accommodation for the longer term?

[Florence Eshalomi]

I thank my hon. Friend for raising that vital point. As I have highlighted, this is not just about giving people a roof over their heads for Christmas; this is about the long-term support, including vital wraparound support, to help people stay off the streets and make a meaningful contribution to society. A number of people who find themselves sleeping rough or in homelessness want to go back and offer their vital employment and training skills, so it is vital that we look not just at a bed for Christmas, but at the support afterwards.