But they've also been done sensitively and methodically. I'm pleased to say they have not resulted in what some people thought may happen was homelessness of Ukrainian people in the area.
Jim O'Callaghan: “But they've also been done sensitively and methodically. I'm pleased to say they have not resulted in what some people…”
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Reassuring about the impact of budget cuts on homelessness.
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