Issue details

Homelessness Report and Discharge of Homelessness Duties using Private Sector Accommodation

To provide an update on the key issues and trends within the borough in relation to homelessness, and outline the service developments that have been or are being made to prevent and alleviate homelessness. This was requested by the ACS & Housing Scrutiny Committee. The report also seeks approval for a pilot scheme that would enable the Council to discharge its homelessness duties by offering private sector accommodation.

Decision type: Key

Reason Key: Affects 2 or more wards;

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Notice of proposed decision first published: 04/09/2015

Decision due: 6 Oct 2015 by Executive

Lead member: Executive Councillor (Thriving Economy)

Lead director: Corporate Director (Place) and Deputy Chief Executive

Department: Place and Regeneration

Contact: Andy Kippax, Services to Place Email: andy.kippax@stockport.gov.uk Tel: 0161 474 4319.

Consultation process

Executive member

Forward Plan Reference: TE9

Equality and/or Environmental Impact Assessment: n/a

Relevant Scrutiny Committee for the purpose of call-in: Adults Social Care & Housing

Decisions

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Documents

  • Homelessness Report and Discharge of Homelessness Duties using Private Sector Accommodation