A call to action if you spot a rough sleeper in the snow

This morning the power of social media was used for good by many when they shared a link to the pages of the homeless charity St Mungo’s.

The homeless are especially vulnerable when it snows
The homeless are especially vulnerable when it snows
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Those Tweeting and writing Facebook messages realised how fortunate they are and urged their followers to report sightings of rough sleepers in the snow so that St Mungo’s can send their outreach team to help them. We at The Steeple Times wholeheartedly agree so should you spot someone needing help, email the charity at [email protected] or call +44 (0) 870 383 3333.

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For more information or to report information about a rough sleeper, go to: http://www.mungos.org/how_you_can_help/cold_weather_support