Thursday, December 22, 2011

no crib for a bed

At this time of season we are often reminded of the mythical "Baby Jesus" having "no crib for a bed" as Mary and Joseph had to use an animal shed for accommodation.

In these modern days Shelter has highlighted the plight of the 70,000 children they say will spend Christmas in temporary accommodation without a permanent home. They live in hostels, bed and breakfasts and refuges.

Kay Boycott, director of communications, policy and campaigns, said: "We cannot underestimate the damage homelessness has on children's lives. They often miss out on vital schooling because they are shunted from place to place and many become ill by the poor conditions they are forced to live in."

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