Jess Casey: Breaking the link between educational disadvantage and homelessness

More than half of young homeless men surveyed had experienced reduced access to education due to suspension, rolling suspension, or expulsion, writes Jess Casey

The Peter McVerry Trust's research found rates of expulsion and suspension from school are significantly higher among the young men who use its services, versus the national average. Picture: Larry Cummins

The Peter McVerry Trust, a charity synonymous with housing in recent years, has expanded its remit into education, in particular early intervention for school leavers or those at risk of leaving.

Its reason for doing so is simple: The link between educational disadvantage and homelessness is huge.