supported housing strategy
Kingston Council is enhancing supported housing for rough sleepers, while Redbridge Council is developing a new strategy to ensure safe, high-quality homes.
Kingston Council is enhancing its supported housing provision for rough sleepers, with a new 14-bed unit offering 24-hour support expected to open in January 2027. The council aims to halve long-term rough sleepers over the next three years and offer a more diverse range of accommodation. Amie Rickatson, Housing Solutions and Support Lead, updated the Kingston and North Kingston Neighbourhood Committee on these strategies in November 2026.
Redbridge Council is developing a new Supported Housing Strategy, a statutory requirement under the Supported Housing (Regulatory Oversight) Act 2023. The Housing Committee discussed this strategy in September 2026, which aims to ensure residents have access to safe, high-quality homes and personalised support. Redbridge Cabinet was scheduled to consider plans for supported housing in October 2026.
Key facts
- Kingston Council's new 14-bed unit for rough sleepers is expected to open in January 2027. Source
- Kingston Council aims to halve the number of long-term rough sleepers over the next three years. Source
- Amie Rickatson, Housing Solutions and Support Lead, updated a Kingston committee in November 2026. Source
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