Adapting to a crisis: how we’re supporting our clients during Covid-19
Ben Phillips-Farmer, Support Worker at Elmbridge Rentstart, tells Commonweal how the charity has coped with the challenges posed by the coronavirus crisis and delivered on their clients’ needs.
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No recourse to public funds: systemic nonsense causing social injustice
The UK Government’s ‘no recourse to public funds’ policy has now been ruled unlawful by the High Court. CEO Ashley Horsey reflects on our work with Praxis Community Projects to mitigate its damaging effects.
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In the current political climate, we need Commonweal Housing more than ever
Our new Policy and Communications Manager Connie reflects on why Commonweal’s approach is so important today
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Tackling injustice for mothers
Last year, one in every 55 female single parent families became homeless.
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Opening a private door to wheelchair accessible housing
To mark Disabled Access Day, Liberty Bollen from Abode Impact, discusses recognising the needs of people with disabilities in housing.
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International Women’s Day – Services for Women
On International Women’s Day, our Chair, Fiona Mactaggart, discusses the need for specific services for women experiencing homelessness.
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