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Baroness Hussein-Ece (LD)

Speaking in the House of Lords on 25 March 2026

Debate

Equality: Break Down Barriers to Opportunity Mission

Contribution

My Lords, more than 170,000 children are currently living in temporary accommodation. Nearly half of them—47%—frequently have to move schools. They are living in conditions that are not conducive to their health and well-being. Having to keep moving, often far away from their support network, is another major factor. What specifically is being done to support this cohort of children and to prioritise their needs?

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