Depaul UK is a youth homelessness charity providing housing and support to 16-25 year olds who do not have a safe place to sleep. According to government figures, the number of young people sleeping rough in England increased by 28 per cent, between 2016 and 2017. No young person should find themselves sleeping on the streets. Depaul UK believe that every young person deserves a home and a stake in their community, which is why they work tirelessly to provide the stability and support young people need to progress beyond homelessness. In 2017, they supported 3,763 young people empowering them to lead better, more independent lives. This year, to raise vital funds for the emergency and preventative services we provide nationally, I will be sleeping out at the Kia Oval on Wednesday 10th October. We will be cold, we will be uncomfortable, we will be restless but we will be together in supporting young people who face homelessness in the UK.