A family of five from Rotherham is on the brink of homelessness after being ordered to vacate their home due to unpaid rent. Parents Amy Winter and Joshua Thain, along with their three children, Sky, Daisy-Mae, and Lexi, are struggling to make ends meet while relying on Universal Credit.
The family’s situation has been exacerbated by the fact that Amy is five months pregnant, and they are expecting another child. Despite their efforts to seek help, they claim that Barnsley Council has been aware of their situation but has failed to provide adequate assistance.
Amy and Joshua’s rent arrears have accumulated over several months, leading to a court order that demands their eviction on January 31. The couple is desperate for a solution, with Amy expressing her frustration and worry about their uncertain future.
The family’s property is owned by Sanctuary Housing, and the tenancy agreement was initially in the name of Joshua’s late mother, Victoria Robertshaw, who passed away in August. Amy is now calling on Barnsley Council to take immediate action and provide them with the necessary support to avoid homelessness.
As the family’s situation continues to unfold, the question remains: is it right to evict this family, especially given their vulnerable circumstances?
