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Why are people in Kent becoming homeless?
This is what's driving the county's homelessness crisis

02 July, 2026

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30 June, 2026

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The Vagrancy Act has been scrapped
It's no longer a criminal offence to rough sleep

29 June, 2026

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Rough sleeping remains a serious risk as UK summers get warmer
New government figures show 172 people officially rough sleeping in Kent and Medway

04 June, 2026

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Volunteer spotlight | Jessica
Meet Jessica: Volunteer client representative

29 May, 2026

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Family Routes: One Year of Supporting Families in Thanet
Thanks to your support, our Family Routes service has now spent a full year working with families in Thanet who are experiencing poverty

28 May, 2026

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A smarter alternative to temporary accommodation

14 May, 2026

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New legal protections for renters
The Renters' Rights Act comes into effect today

01 May, 2026

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Porchlight’s work with churches during Lent

18 March, 2026

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