Briefing on Homeless 16/17 year olds
Shelter Children's Legal Service Briefing: Responding to youth homelessness following the G v LB Southwark Judgement
A House of Lords ruling earlier this year reinforced the duty on councils to provide support as well as accommodation to homeless 16 and 17 year olds under the Children Act 1989.
In response, homelessness charity Shelter has published this briefing document for professionals and those advising homeless young people. To access the briefing please click on 'download' below.
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