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Greater Manchester's Bold Housing First Strategy Transforms Welfare

7/9/2025

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Greater Manchester is taking bold steps to transform welfare by embracing a holistic approach that tackles critical issues such as housing and mental health. Recognized as a “prevention demonstrator” by the government, the region's innovative “housing first” strategy aims to ease the housing crisis, ultimately providing stronger support for its residents and reducing the burden on benefits.

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Greater Manchester is taking bold steps to transform welfare by embracing a holistic approach that tackles critical issues such as housing and mental health. Recognized as a “prevention demonstrator” by the government, the region's innovative “housing first” strategy aims to ease the housing crisis, ultimately providing stronger support for its residents and reducing the burden on benefits.