The ISPCC is warning that homeless children - living in hotels and hostels - are being put at risk.
The charity has launched its pre budget submission calling on the Government to focus on 7 key areas to ensure children are protected.
In particular it's drawing attention to the issue of homeless children living in unsuitable temporary accomodation like hotels and hostels.
The ISPCC says the safety of children could be compromised if secure places to play are not provided and if communal areas are not well monitored.
CEO of the ISPCC is Grania Long:
