UK-One in seven homeless are from Eastern Europe
A small but significant number of Eastern Europeans (otherwise known as A8 nationals) are turning to London’s homelessness services for help, according to new research published by Homeless Link. Migration from the new EU countries contributed an estimated EURO 354 million to the economy in the first eight months alone after monitoring began in May 2004. The vast majority of those who have come to the UK have found work, accommodation and a place in the community. As the study reveals, however, some have found themselves homeless and destitute.
The survey revealed that all A8 countries were represented in the sample but the majority of people (68 per cent) were Polish; the vast majority were unemployed (63 per cent) or working irregularly (32 per cent); and the majority of clients were sleeping rough (50 per cent) or living in squats (27 per cent). The majority need short term help to find a job and accommodation and information about the UK system. Most need basic facilities such as showers, food and phones.
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