Homelessness is a problem on Island says charity

Monday, 15 September 2014 00:00

Homelessness is a very real problem on the Isle of Man - but one that goes unnoticed.

That's according to local charity Graih which last year worked with 130 people and provided 3,700 meals to those in need.

At the Food and Drink Festival this weekend Greeba Farm is hosting a 'Big Soup' fundraising initiative to help feed those in insecure housing.

Graih provides emergency shelter and a safe social space - Michael Manning is from the charity:

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