This briefing paper provides statistics on statutory homelessness in England and explains local authorities' duties to assist homeless households. The paper includes an overview of, and comment on, Government policy in this area. The most recent statistical release covers the period between January and March 2020.
Documents to download
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Housing and Regeneration Bill, Bill 8 of 2007-08 (309 KB, PDF)
Housing and Regeneration Bill. (Bill 8 of 2007/08). House of Commons Library Research Paper 07/79.
Documents to download
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Housing and Regeneration Bill, Bill 8 of 2007-08 (309 KB, PDF)
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