HOMELESS people have been given a £6m funding boost by London Councils.

The group, which is made up of representatives from the capital's 33 councils, has given the money to organisations across the city.

It will be spent on schemes which give support to rough sleepers, advise people at risk of becoming homeless and help ex-convicts find homes after their release from prison.

London Council's grants committee chairman Councillor Paul McCannah said: "It is very difficult for homeless people to change their lives.

"If people don't have a home it is difficult to find work, and because they don't have work they can't afford to find a home.

"The services we have commissioned are aimed at helping break that cycle and give homeless people a new chance in life.

"It can also be an extremely frightening and stressful time for people if they are faced with the prospect of losing their homes.

"We are also seeking to help support people faced with this and help them find ways of keeping their roof over their head."

Call the group on 020 7934 9999 or visit http://www.londoncouncils.gov.uk for details about the funding.