Bars were fitted to the benches to deter people from lying on them A local authority has been criticised for fitting bars to town centre public benches to stop homeless people sleeping on them.

This decision has prompted a wave of criticism from residents and homeless people, who perceive it as a form of discrimination. The new benches, which have appeared on the platforms, have become a ...

He said, “I think there’s a lot to be done around people’s perceptions towards homeless people. I wanted to give a voice, for those who don’t really have one. I met some of the best people, but it’s ...

These benches have various ways to discourage homeless people from sleeping on them. Some have a curved base, while others feature metal bars in the middle or are short widths from the foreground ...

Miracle Hill's CEO Ryan Duerk will spend 24 hours on a bench outside in the bitter cold to highlight what homeless individuals deal with during winter. Wednesday's high will be 34 degrees ...