Gary Neville’s hotel for the homeless closes its doors

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Tearful scenes as last winter residents leave former Manchester United player’s building facing uncertain future

It is estimated Neville spent up to £150,000 on keeping the project going during the winter months. Photograph: Christopher Furlong/Getty Images   BY:Diane Taylor  The former Manchester United star Gary Neville closed the doors of his hotel to homeless people, after allowing them to stay there rent-free with a package of support for more than […]

Lack of housing driving mental health beds shortage

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Lack of housing driving mental health beds shortage

A perceived crisis in the availability of mental health beds is actually caused by delayed patient discharges, according to an inquiry chaired by former chief executive of the NHS Lord Crisp.