Homelessness
Southwark councillors are questioning affordable housing targets, while other councils are discussing strategies to prevent homelessness and address rough sleeping.
In November 2026, Southwark councillors questioned the council's target to build 500 affordable homes, considering the housing waiting list and families in temporary accommodation, as part of the new Borough Action Plan. Camden's Housing Scrutiny Committee also considered an action plan for tackling homelessness and rough sleeping in November 2026. Havering's Cabinet discussed a strategy for preventing homelessness and addressing rough sleeping in November 2026.
Havering's Cabinet is scheduled to discuss a strategy for preventing homelessness and addressing rough sleeping in November 2026. Westminster's Audit and Performance Committee is also scheduled to meet in November 2026, with homelessness on its agenda. Homelessness refers to the state of not having a home or a stable place to live.
Key facts
- Southwark Council's target to build 500 affordable homes was questioned by councillors in November 2026. Source
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