Issue - meetings

To consider approval of the Housing, Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy.

The Committee resolved to approve the Housing, Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy.

The Committee considered a report which sought approval for the new Housing, Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy, which was a statutory requirement to be published every five years. Following extensive public consultation and data analysis, the strategy outlined three key priorities: partnership working to tackle homelessness, identifying opportunities to address housing needs, and proactive homelessness prevention with an effective service response. The strategy was supported by a detailed action plan and had received strong public support. The Committee was asked to approve the strategy to ensure compliance with statutory duties and to address housing challenges effectively. The strategy would go live shortly subject to approval and making further graphic enhancements.

In consideration of upcoming Local Government Reorganisations plans, the Assistant Strategic Housing Lead also updated that any progress or actions associated with the strategy would be transferred to the new unitary body. In the meantime, officers would deliver as many of the strategic priorities as possible. 

The Committee resolved to approve the Housing, Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy.