Out-of-area homelessness accommodation (England)
An overview of local housing authorities’ legal duties when arranging homelessness accommodation outside their area.
Housing needs of young people
On Thursday 16 March at 1:30pm, there will be a Westminster Hall debate on the housing needs of young people. This debate is sponsored by Susan Murray MP and Gideon Amos MP.
Rough sleeping among families with children
At 9:30am on Wednesday 11 March, there will be a Westminster Hall debate on rough sleeping among families with children. The debate will last 90 minutes and will be led by Paula Barker MP.
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Debate Pack
Supported exempt accommodation in Birmingham
A debate has been scheduled in Westminster Hall at 4:30pm on 11 February on supported exempt accommodation in Birmingham. The debate will last for an hour, and will be led by Ayoub Khan MP.
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Research Briefing
Temporary accommodation in England: Issues and government action
The rising use of temporary accommodation for homeless households is increasing costs for councils and affecting households. This briefing outlines the main issues and what the government is doing to address them.
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Research Briefing
How is temporary accommodation provided to homeless households in England?
Local authorities in England have to provide temporary accommodation to some households in certain circumstances. This briefing provides an overview of how temporary accommodation is provided and how it is funded.
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Constituency casework,Research Briefing
Domestic abuse and housing support
People in England considering fleeing their home because of domestic abuse can apply to a local authority for housing support.
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Debate Pack
Estimates Day debate: Spending of the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government
On 24 June 2025 there will be an Estimates day debate on the spending of the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.
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Research Briefing
Rough sleeping in England: Causes and statistics
An overview of what is known about the causes of rough sleeping in England and a summary of insights from official rough sleeping statistics.
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Research Briefing
Rough sleeping in England: Local and national government action
Information about local authorities' legal duties to help people experiencing rough sleeping in England and an overview of national government action to tackle rough sleeping since 1990.
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Debate Pack
Debate on the Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report
A general debate on the Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report is scheduled for 2 December 2024 in the Commons Chamber.
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Debate Pack
Tackling rough sleeping
A Westminster Hall debate on tackling rough sleeping is scheduled for Wednesday 23 October 2024 at 9.30am. The debate will be led by Deirdre Costigan MP.
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Research Briefing
Statutory homelessness (England): The legal framework and performance
An overview of the legal framework for statutory homelessness support in England and how local authorities are delivering these duties. The briefing also summarises official homelessness statistics.
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Research Briefing
Statutory homelessness (England): Causes and government policy
Outlines the main drivers of homelessness and summarises the UK Government’s approach to tackling homelessness in England, including stakeholder views and comment.
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Affordable housing in England
The proportion of affordable housing in England has fallen. Increasing supply is challenging due to funding issues, increasing costs, and the planning system.
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