'no fixed abode' market licenses trial
Hackney Council is discussing the impact of its 'no fixed abode' market licenses trial on homelessness.
Hackney Council's trial of 'no fixed abode' market licenses has led to two individuals securing housing and income, as discussed at a Skills, Place and Economy Scrutiny Commission meeting in October 2026. This initiative, part of the Markets, Shopfronts and Street Trading Strategy 2024-2029, aims to help individuals without a fixed address secure housing and income by providing market licenses. The license was registered at the council's office to overcome issuing challenges.
The 'no fixed abode' market licenses were implemented as a trial in Kingsland Market during the summer of 2026. The pilot program was described as demonstrating a tangible impact on homelessness in the borough, according to a story published in October 2026.
Key facts
- Hackney Council's 'no fixed abode' market licenses trial led to two individuals being housed and establishing income streams. Source
- The initiative was discussed at a Skills, Place and Economy Scrutiny Commission meeting in October 2026. Source
- The trial was implemented in Kingsland Market during the summer of 2026. Source
- The license was registered at the council's office to overcome challenges in issuing it. Source
About this summary
This summary was written automatically from our published stories and the council meeting records they draw on. It describes what councils have discussed and decided; it does not take a view on any decision. Each key fact links to the story it comes from. Updated 15 October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.