New figures show more than 3,000 young people were eligible for homeless support in 2022-23
At least 3,300 people in the north-east of England aged 18-24 were eligible for homeless support in 2022-23
Current data shows at least 3,300 people aged 18-24 were eligible for help last year because of homelessness or the threat of homelessness.According to BBC analysis of the statutory figures alongside recent population data, it shows the equivalent of 15 in every 1,000 local people in the 18-24 age bracket were approved for council help because they were experiencing or facing homelessness - the highest rate across regions in England.
Mr Kelly said the situation had plunged him into "a massive depression", adding: "I'm sure it does for many young people, because you can't escape.The full report into Mr Kelly's situation, and reaction from local MPs, is on BBC Politics North on BBC i-Player
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