UK takes action after report reveals 1 in 3 homeless people are abused

23 December 2016 11:41 AM

Britian has taken action to protect homeless people after a report has revealed a myriad of abusive behaviour against homeless people.

The Crisis at Christmas campaign has commenced and offered shelter and food to those who have been beaten and sexually assaulted.

702's Bruce Whitfield spoke to UK correspondent, Adam Gilchrist, regarding the issue and other developing stories.

80% of those people who are homeless have been attacked or abused in some way. It's unfortunate.
— Adam Gilchrist, UK correspondent

Written by: Omogolo Taunyane

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