Ellie Ames 08 November 2024

Starmer pledges £3.5m for veterans facing homelessness

Starmer pledges £3.5m for veterans facing homelessness image
Image: Alexandros Michailidis / Shutterstock.com

The Government has announced an extra £3.5m to support veterans facing homelessness.

The cash will go to the Reducing Veteran Homelessness programme, which funds services like mental health support and help securing employment.

Funding for the programme had been due to expire next year but will now continue into 2026.

The announcement comes as ministers host veterans and charities at 10 Downing Street today to mark the contributions of the Armed Forces community ahead of Remembrance weekend.

Prime Minister Keir Starmer said: ‘When I came into office, I promised that I would serve our heroes as they have served us.

‘That is the least they deserve given the sacrifices they have made, and it is why this Government is ensuring homes will be there for heroes across the UK.’

Mr Starmer also recently committed to exempt veterans from the requirement to have a connection to a local area to access social housing in England.

SIGN UP
For your free daily news bulletin
Highways jobs

Catering Assistant

North Yorkshire Council
£13.28 - £13.28 per hour
Would you like a job with an hourly rate of £13.28? Scarborough, North Yorkshire
Recuriter: North Yorkshire Council

Apprentice - Business & Administration - Virtual Schools

Essex County Council
Up to £15435.0000 per annum
Apprentice - Business & Administration - Virtual SchoolsFixed Term, Full Time£15,435 per annumLocation
Recuriter: Essex County Council

Cleaner and Caretaker

North Yorkshire Council
£13.28 - £13.47 per hour
Are you looking for a part time cleaning role? York, North Yorkshire
Recuriter: North Yorkshire Council

Cook

North Yorkshire Council
£13.47 - £14.13 per hour
We have an opportunity to join our award-winning Facilities Management catering team Malton, North Yorkshire
Recuriter: North Yorkshire Council

Cycle Trainer

North Yorkshire Council
£13.28- £13.47 per hour
We are seeking Bikeability Instructors across the county to join our established team. Northallerton, North Yorkshire
Recuriter: North Yorkshire Council
Linkedin Banner