Housing First
Councils are currently developing strategies to combat homelessness, with Brent Council approving a five-year action plan in October 2026.
Brent Council's Cabinet approved a new five-year Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Action Plan on 12 October 2026, aiming to prevent homelessness for 42% of households at risk of losing their homes. This strategy, which prioritises providing immediate housing and support, seeks to improve temporary accommodation and end long-term rough sleeping in the borough.
Islington Council's Homes and Communities Scrutiny Committee also discussed rough sleeping and the implementation of homelessness review recommendations in June 2026. Councils are working to address homelessness by developing comprehensive strategies that include providing housing and support services.
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