Dorset Council has secured £1.1 million of government funding to tackle homelessness and rough sleeping.
Dorset Council has secured £1.1 million of government funding to tackle homelessness and rough sleeping.
The money will be used to strengthen prevention services, help people access accommodation earlier and provide homes for some long-term rough sleepers.
The council says it will also work with local support organisations.

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