In his first speech as prime minister, Andy Burnham has announced a major commitment to tackle homelessness, pledging to end rough sleeping in England with an additional £340 million investment over three years.

The funding aims to get people off the streets "at the earliest opportunity," signalling a renewed focus on one of Britain's most visible social challenges. This marks a significant policy priority for the new administration, recognising that homelessness requires sustained investment and coordinated action across communities. Read the full story →

Today's takeaway: Real commitment to ending homelessness starts with real money—and this signals government is serious about turning that pledge into action.