How to Help London's Homeless During Freezing Weather
As Storm Goretti brings heavy snow and an Arctic blast, London's emergency cold weather shelter protocol is deactivated. Here's how you can help vulnerable rough sleepers survive the freeze.
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Veolia sorry as workers bin homeless woman's possessions
A waste firm has apologised after its staff were filmed disposing of a rough sleeper's belongings in Dover. The council has launched an investigation. Read the full story.
London homeless shelter protocol halted in -9°C freeze
London councils deactivated severe weather shelter for rough sleepers as a -9°C arctic blast hit. Charities brand the move 'life-threatening' amid snow and ice warnings.
Teens jailed for killing homeless man near King's Cross
Three teenagers who celebrated killing a homeless man near London's King's Cross have been sentenced. Read the full details of this shocking crime and the court's verdict.
London teens jailed for killing homeless man over drugs
Three teenagers have been sentenced for the 'callous' murder of a homeless man near King's Cross. The case exposes the brutal reality of county lines drug gangs operating in London.
1951: How Rough Fell Sheep Survived Snow in the Dales
A look back at Harry Griffin's first Guardian Country Diary from 1951, detailing how Rough Fell ewes in Westmorland dug snow holes for shelter during harsh winter weather. Discover timeless farming resilience.
Record Rain Floods San Diego Homeless Shelter, 325 Evacuated
A powerful storm deluged San Diego with a month's rain in a day, forcing the evacuation of a major homeless shelter. Explore the climate crisis link and the growing displacement of vulnerable populations.
Gaza tents fail in winter storms, aid quality questioned
A major assessment reveals tents from China, Egypt and Saudi Arabia are inadequate for Gaza's winter, leaving thousands exposed. Discover the findings and the ongoing humanitarian crisis.
Westminster Council buys £2.3m Lambeth homes for homeless
Westminster City Council plans to spend £2.3m on six properties in Lambeth to ease its temporary accommodation crisis, as homeless applications soar by 30%. Discover the strategy behind the cross-river move.
Mum's 5-Year New Year's Eve Shift at Homeless Shelter
For the fifth consecutive year, mum-of-two Kar will volunteer her New Year's Eve at a Crisis shelter in London. Discover her inspiring story and the impact on guests like Eddie.
London shelter opens 50 beds for rough sleepers over Christmas
A Westminster charity is providing warmth and safety for 50 homeless people this festive season, funded by a £700,000 council grant. Discover the personal stories behind the statistics.
Camden's 'trauma passports' for homeless amid 26% rise
Camden Council introduces personal 'passports' for homeless individuals to prevent re-traumatisation. The scheme launches as rough sleeping in the borough surges by 26% this year.
Drunk Raccoon Merch Sells Out, Raises £200k for Shelter
Merchandise celebrating a raccoon found drunk in an Ashland liquor store has raised over £250,000 for a Virginia animal shelter. Discover the viral story and its charitable impact.
Teens Investigated for Setting Homeless Man's Hair on Fire
Spanish police investigate two minors after a horrific video shows them setting a homeless man's hair on fire in Seville. The incident has sparked national outrage and a potential hate crime probe.
Hong Kong fire: 83 dead, survivors recount horror
Eyewitness accounts from the deadly Hong Kong tower block blaze that killed 83. Discover how the community is coping and why construction bosses were arrested.
Terminal cancer patient evicted, sleeps on buses
Shaner Osman, 60, with terminal cancer slept rough for weeks after Islington Council eviction. His medication went missing during the controversial procedure.
Lambeth to send homeless families beyond South East
Lambeth Council reveals most homeless families will be placed outside London due to unsustainable financial pressures and housing shortages. Read the full story.
Americans planned homeless army for island invasion
Two Texas men allegedly plotted to recruit homeless people, invade Caribbean island, and establish sex slave regime. Facing life imprisonment if convicted.
London Social Housing Wait List Hits 341,421
New data reveals over 341,000 London households are on the social housing wait list. Shelter blames government failure to build affordable homes. Discover the full story.
Six-year-old boy has been homeless his entire life
Alicia and her six-year-old son Aeon have been trapped in unsafe temporary housing for years, highlighting England's growing homelessness crisis. Discover their story and how to help.
Homeless man crushed in bin lorry tragedy in Northampton
Sajmir Beca, 30, died after seeking shelter from cold in industrial bin. The incident highlights dangers faced by rough sleepers during winter months.
JJJJJerome Ellis & Vesper Sparrow's New Album
Experimental musicians JJJJJerome Ellis and Vesper Sparrow release their collaborative album 'Vesper Sparrow' on Shelter Press, blending ambient soundscapes with poetic storytelling.
Epstein Emails Thrust Trump Back Into Spotlight
Newly released Jeffrey Epstein emails reveal explosive claims about Donald Trump's past ties to the sex offender, sparking political firestorm and renewed calls for transparency.
Crisis charity becomes landlord amid housing crisis
Homelessness charity Crisis will become a landlord for the first time, calling the UK housing situation a 'catastrophic scenario'. A former Shelter trustee urges them to follow suit.
London rough sleepers drop for first time in 3 years
London records its first annual decrease in rough sleepers since 2022, with a 1% drop and 10% fewer new cases. Discover the data and expert calls for sustained funding to continue this progress.
UK launches banking scheme for homeless people
A pioneering government initiative will connect homeless individuals with basic bank accounts, tackling financial exclusion and helping vulnerable people rebuild their lives.
Waltham Forest may use shipping containers for homeless families
East London council explores innovative container housing solution as homelessness crisis deepens, with plans for temporary family accommodation on Blackhorse Lane site.
Homeless man jailed for life after West London murder
A homeless man has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of 63-year-old Marek Magierowski in a West London underpass. The shocking case has raised questions about street safety and mental health support.
Teenagers guilty of murdering homeless man in London
Two teenagers convicted of murdering a vulnerable homeless man in a vicious attack near Oxford Street, as court hears chilling details of the unprovoked assault.
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