Homeless families forced out of hotels due to Beyoncé tour

Two thirds of the Travelodge in Enfield is occupied by hard-up families, some living four to five people to each room.

Many of these families include individuals with disabilities, as well as young children who will be unable to attend school during the period of relocation.

It’s understood that a number of people assigned to live at the North London Travelodge had been forced to rely on the council after the cost of living crisis rendered them unable to pay their rent.

With landlords increasing rent costs as much as 16 percent during this period, it’s should hardly be surprising to anyone that many families have been left with no choice but to rely on government assistance.

Speaking on the situation, a spokesperson from Enfield council acknowledged that hotel accommodation is ‘not ideal for families,’ but are rather a temporary solution while suitable long-term options can be found.

They also acknowledged that the families had been placed in the hotel for longer than the legal limit allows, which is six weeks. However, with little resources, the hotel continues to allow bookings from the council rather than leave people homeless.

Speaking to the Guardian, those assisted likened management of the housing assignment system to ‘potluck,’ given that it’s highly unpredictable what their situation will look like from month to month.

It’s a highly unfortunate situation, one that will hopefully shed further light on the need for more affordable housing in London – and the entirety of the UK.

One might call it the need for a serious Renaissance.