Andy Burnham minister addresses concerns around prisoners 'being given tents instead of housing' on release

Manchester Evening News - Oct 27, 2026

Catherine McKinnell told MPs it is “not government policy” for inmates at risk of homelessness to be given a tent upon their release

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