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Homelessness

167 stories · discussed at 266 council meetings · 33 councils

Councils are currently focusing on increasing temporary accommodation supply and developing strategies to prevent homelessness and boost housing.

Tower Hamlets Council's Cabinet approved plans in October 2026 to acquire commercial buildings for 180 new temporary homes, aiming to reduce costly out-of-borough placements. Brent Council's Cabinet approved a five-year plan in October 2026 to improve temporary accommodation quality, while Ealing Council's Cabinet adopted a new three-zone policy for placements. Brent Council is also facing anticipated expenditure of £38 million on nightly paid accommodation, with a forecasted £9.5 million overspend, as discussed in September 2026.

Several councils are implementing strategies to prevent homelessness and increase housing supply. Hackney Council's 'no fixed abode' market licenses helped two individuals secure housing and income in October 2026. Brent Council's Cabinet approved a community housing project for 19 affordable homes in October 2026, and its five-year plan aims to prevent homelessness for 42% of households. Croydon Council approved a strategy in September 2026 to save £10 million by 2030, prevent homelessness earlier, and increase housing supply, also planning 1,000 new homes.

Key facts

  1. Tower Hamlets Council's Cabinet approved plans in October 2026 to acquire commercial buildings for 180 new temporary homes. Source
  2. Hackney Council's 'no fixed abode' market licenses helped two individuals secure housing and income in October 2026. Source
  3. Brent Council's Cabinet approved a five-year plan in October 2026 to combat homelessness and rough sleeping, aiming to prevent homelessness for 42% of households. Source
  4. Ealing Council's Cabinet approved a new policy in October 2026 to standardise the placement of homeless households in temporary accommodation. Source
  5. Croydon Council approved a Temporary Accommodation Strategy and Action Plan in September 2026, projecting £10 million in savings by 2030. Source
About this summary

This summary was written automatically from our published stories and the council meeting records they draw on, with background from Wikipedia. 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 22 October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.

Stories, page 5

  1. Focus on quality and location for Redbridge supported homes Redbridge Council is developing a new Supported Housing Strategy to ensure residents have access to high-quality homes and personalised support, with a statutory deadline for... Redbridge 4 September 2026
  2. Redbridge Council plans new supported housing strategy Redbridge Council is developing a new Supported Housing Strategy to address the growing needs of its residents, aiming to ensure access to safe, high-quality homes and... Redbridge 4 September 2026
  3. Petts Wood extension refused by council A proposed side and rear extension at 1 Ryecroft Road, Petts Wood, Orpington, has been refused planning permission by Bromley Council's Plans Sub-Committee No. 1. Bromley 19 August 2026
  4. Newham approves major road safety and cycle scheme Newham Council has approved a significant road safety and cycling scheme for Romford Road at its junction with Woodgrange Road and Upton Lane. The decision, made by Rebecca... Newham 12 August 2026
  5. Flatfall alcohol licence for Carnival faces police objections A proposal for a temporary alcohol licence for a venue named Flatfall, located at Gadsden House on Hazelwood Crescent, has faced objections from both the Metropolitan Police and... Kensington and Chelsea 6 August 2026
  6. Croydon Council Consolidates Services at Cavendish House Croydon Council is set to consolidate several key customer-facing services into a single 'Front Door' reception at Cavendish House, located at 51-55 South End. The decision,... Croydon 2 August 2026
  7. Richmond Council Adopts New Private Rented Sector Offer Policy to Reduce Homelessness and Costs Richmond Council has adopted a new Private Rented Sector Offer Policy aimed at improving choices for individuals facing homelessness and reducing the council's expenditure on... Richmond upon Thames 1 August 2026
  8. Richmond Council to support tenants in private rented sector Richmond Council is set to implement a new policy aimed at supporting tenants in the private rented sector, with the goal of improving choices for those facing homelessness and... Richmond upon Thames 1 August 2026