A petition with nearly 1,000 signatures calls on Walsall Council to halt plans that would criminalize homelessness and penalize begging in the town. Nearly 1,000 People Urge Council to Stop Criminalising Homelessness Walsall: A council meeting is set for Tuesday night to discuss new laws about begging. This follows a petition started in December urging…
Bath, a city known for its beauty, faces stark contrasts between wealth and poverty, especially in areas like Snow Hill, where challenges persist for residents. The Overlooked Area Near Bristol That Serves as a Playground for the Wealthy Bath: When people visit Bath, they often rave about its stunning sights. The weir, Bath Abbey, and…
Birmingham city council is moving forward with plans to tackle aggressive begging, aiming to balance public safety and support for vulnerable individuals. Birmingham’s Plans to Address Aggressive Begging Take Significant Step Forward Birmingham: The city council is stepping up to tackle aggressive begging. They want to add it to a Public Space Protection Order (PSPO).…
The Salvation Army’s shelter in Birmingham has closed due to funding cuts, leaving only a few residents as the city shifts its support strategy Birmingham City Centre Salvation Army Homeless Shelter Closes Permanently Birmingham: The Salvation Army’s homeless shelter has shut its doors for good. This place has helped rough sleepers for decades. Sadly, it…