CHILDREN under 16 in Wales have spoken for the first time about the impact of housing issues and homelessness on their lives, in a report published today by the Children’s Commissioner for Wales.

The report reveals first-hand accounts of children living in cramped, unsafe and often dangerous conditions, with many describing the toll on their physical and mental health, as well as their education.

When asked about their housing aspirations, children’s answers included having a bookshelf, having a house free of mould, and having a home that made them feel comfortable.