Posted 4/1/2024, 10:05:15 PM
Sunak Faces Backlash Over Plan to Criminalize Homelessness
- Rishi Sunak faces potential revolt from Conservative MPs over new legislation to criminalize homelessness
- Legislation would allow police to fine or imprison rough sleepers in England and Wales
- Some Tory MPs warn they will vote against the measures in the Criminal Justice Bill
- Critics say the plans would punish rather than help the homeless, goes too far
- Homelessness charities urge more focus on affordable housing and preventing homelessness