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UK Christian charity urges churches to act after report exposes illegal housing for hundreds of children in care

UK Christian charity urges churches to act after report exposes illegal housing for hundreds of children in care

A damning new report has found that hundreds of vulnerable children in England’s care system are still living in illegal and unsuitable accommodation, prompting a Christian charity to urge churches across the country to step up with renewed prayer, action and advocacy. The findings, released by the Children’s Commissioner for England, show that 669 children — many with serious mental health needs or additional educational requirements — remain housed in places such as caravans, holiday camps and

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