Kingston Council Special Purpose Vehicle
Kingston Council is establishing a wholly-owned company to tackle the housing crisis and manage temporary accommodation.
In November 2025, Kingston Council's Corporate and Resources Committee approved the formation of a Company Limited by Guarantee (CLG) to act as a Special Purpose Vehicle. This wholly-owned company is being established to address the housing crisis and reduce reliance on expensive temporary accommodation.
The council stated it would look to form the CLG in January 2026 and then seek to commence the acquisition of homes. The move aims to support the council in discharging its housing duty and alleviate pressures caused by increasing demand for temporary accommodation.
Key facts
- Kingston Council's Corporate and Resources Committee approved the formation of a CLG on 27 November 2025. Source
- The council would look to form the CLG in January 2026. Source
- The CLG aims to reduce reliance on expensive temporary accommodation. Source
- The CLG aims to support the council in discharging its housing duty. Source
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