Scottish Government urged to act on homelessness amid Andy Burnham plan

Scottish Government urged to act on homelessness amid Andy Burnham plan

THE Scottish Government is being urged to produce its own plan of action on homelessness after Andy Burnham announced a national drive to end rough sleeping.

The Vagrancy Act has been repealed, but… | Centre for Crime and Justice Studies

The Vagrancy Act has been repealed, but… CCJSMedia Wed, 08/19/2026 - 12:20 The Vagrancy Act has been repealed, but… Yesterday, our new Prime Minister, Andy Burnham, launched a national drive to offer “a route off the streets” and community support for every rough sleeper by Christmas. Burnham declared his intention to end homelessness on first taking office: a hopeful sign and a laudable aim.  The promise so far The previous government repeal…