Suella Braverman suggested that homelessness could be a 'lifestyle choice' and announced plans to prevent charities from providing tents to rough sleepers.
Comedian Joe Lycett has taken a stand against Home Secretary Suella Braverman's controversial remarks about homelessness.
Ms Braverman recently sparked outrage by suggesting that homelessness could be a "lifestyle choice" and announcing plans to prevent charities from providing tents to rough sleepers.He said: "I always thought lifestyle choices were things such as cargo pants, fishing, and decorating your bathroom with a bowl of potpourri."Turning the situation into a positive campaign, the host of Got Your Back announced his initiative to raise £50,000 for the homeless charity Crisis UK.
His efforts quickly gained traction, with Lycett sharing his excitement over reaching £20,000 by Sunday afternoon.Joe also took to his instagram story to tell his followers "when you donate, make sure you click Gift Aid as it means that Suella's government then have to give an additional 25% towards it.
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