# Charity warns housing failures threaten pledge to end rough sleeping

A charity warns that the government's pledge to end rough sleeping is at risk due to failures in housing people leaving prison. The warning highlights that ex-prisoners are being released without stable accommodation, leading to a cycle of homelessness. This matters because it undermines a key policy commitment and worsens social and safety outcomes.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/society/2026/aug/11/andy-burnham-rough-sleeping-housing-released-prisoners) — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:41:59 GMT