Wills' homeless fight.. like mum

Prince launches project that would make Diana proud

- AMY-CLARE MARTIN

William is following in his late mother's footsteps as he unveils a five-year plan aiming to prevent people becoming homeless.

He is launching a project called Homewards to tackle the problem by creating six flagship locations.

They will be unveiled today and tomorrow as he embarks on a tour starting in London.

William, who visited homeless shelters as a child with Princess Diana, said: "In a modern and progressive society, everyone should have a safe and secure home, be treated with dignity and given the support they need.

"Through Homewards, I want to make this a reality and over the next five years, give people across the UK hope that homelessness can be prevented when we collaborate."

William, 41, added: "I'm fortunate to have seen first-hand the tireless work of people and organisations across the sector, the tangible impact their efforts can have and what can be done when communities are able to focus on preventing homelessness, rather than managing it.