# Leicester Council's Empty Million-Pound Homeless Shelter

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Podcast: [Leicester News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/leicester-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7589499)
Published: 2026-05-13T16:26:34+00:00
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Leicester City Councils £10.9M Investment in Yoho Student Block Remains Unoccupied The city council purchased the Yoho student block for £10.9M in February 2025, aiming to house the homeless and reduce hotel and B&B costs. However, over a year later, the building remains vacant. No building safety certificate has been applied for, and theres no set date for occupancy. The council plans to make necessary adjustments to meet planning rules and their temporary housing model, which will allow for openings and save £2.8M annually on outsourcing. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/7cdfa1ba941fa288

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