Over 60% increase in homeless prison leavers
Nacro analysis of Government data, shows a shocking rise in homelessness among those leaving prison, with rates rising by over 60%.
Nacro analysis of Government data, shows a shocking rise in homelessness among those leaving prison, with rates rising by over 60%.
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