Sheffield council to consult on five-year temporary accommodation plan

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Council considers using extra 200 properties to end use of B&Bs as financial losses due to temporary accommodation reache nearly £5m a year

Sheffield City Council has announced that it will consult on a five-year strategy for reducing its reliance on temporary accommodation.

The rising use of temporary accommodation, such as bed and breakfasts (B&B), to deal with homelessness has been a major issue across the country, putting pressures on council finances.

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