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Rough sleeper tent appears beside Norwich Theatre Royal

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 5 Nov, 16:38 · Archive

A new rough sleeper camp has appeared beside Norwich Theatre Royal, adding to visible homelessness across the city centre.

A new rough sleeper camp has appeared beside Norwich Theatre Royal, one of the city's busiest locations. The tent is pitched in full view of theatre-goers and shoppers passing through the city centre and is the latest visible sign of homelessness in Norwich.

Multiple encampments have recently emerged across the city centre, including alongside Riverside Walk, beneath the Magdalen Street flyover, in St Stephens underpass, Chapelfield Gardens and near the city walls. People living and working in the city have expressed frustration at the repeated appearance of makeshift camps in highly visible areas, with some raising concerns about anti-social behaviour. Others believe the tents create a poor first impression for visitors arriving in Norwich.

Nick Taylor, chairman of Reform UK Norwich, said the growth of encampments was 'not a good look' for the city and warned it could harm the local economy if it discouraged visitors from spending time in the city centre. However, Norwich City Council said more than 400 bed spaces are available across housing, emergency accommodation and support services for people facing homelessness. The council said outreach teams regularly engage with rough sleepers and offer support, although not everyone chooses to accept the help available.

Rough sleeper tent appears beside Norwich Theatre Royal
Image: Eastern Daily Press

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In this story: Norwich Theatre Royal · Norwich · Norwich City Council · Nick Taylor · Reform UK Norwich · Andy Burnham · John Healey

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