Part of 4. Questions to the Minister for Housing and Local Government – in the Senedd at 2:35 pm on 24 June 2020.
Minister, as I've said many times before, one of the silver linings to come out of this pandemic has been the Government's impetus to end the scourge of homelessness. And yesterday I attended a virtual meeting with Swansea Council, and I'd like to congratulate the leader and the councillors of Swansea Council for securing accommodation for many people who found themselves without homes, as well as providing the important wraparound service for those with co-ocurring issues.
Unfortunately, the economic impacts of the pandemic have yet to show their full force, and sadly, this is going to have a bigger impact on young people, who are already having difficulty finding employment. Minister, do you agree that your current social housing targets will be inadequate going forward, and will you outline what steps you are taking to address the inevitable social housing shortfall? Thank you.