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Edinburgh Live
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Katie Williams

Young Edinburgh dad who was forced to sleep on the streets turns his life around

A young dad has spoken out about the 'panic' he felt when he was sleeping on the streets in Edinburgh - but now he's wanting to help others who find themself homeless.

Conner Walker, 21, lives in Peffermill Court with his partner and seven-month-old son in the Craigmillar area. He moved there a year ago after being made homeless in 2020.

Speaking to Edinburgh Live, he admitted that he's scared he might find himself on the streets again but there is a relief knowing he has a roof over his head.

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