At the end of 2025, with record numbers in temporary accommodation across England, rising rough sleeping, and a £2.8bn bill for local authorities, the government’s A National Plan to End Homelessness was both welcome and timely.

By reaffirming its commitment to working with councils and housing associations to deliver the affordable homes the country needs, the plan signals a serious intent to tackle the housing crisis. In terms of homelessness, the plan’s focus on shifting from crisis response to prevention is especially important.