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Friday, 15 January 2021

Emergency accommodation has been set up for rough sleepers in Elmbridge and Spelthorne.

It follows a grant from central government to develop new shelter for them.

In previous years, it would normally only be provided when the weather was cold, and often in shared facilities.

Councillor Maureen Attewell says that because it’s private, social distancing can be ensured to reduce the spread of COVID-19.