Draft Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy

The Borough Council is consulting on its draft Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy and wants to hear whether people think the six priorities in the strategy are the right ones, and whether any changes should be made before it is finalised.

The draft strategy has been shaped by work with partners over recent months, including feedback gathered at an event in September 2026. The strategy will guide how the council and its partners prevent and respond to homelessness, meet their legal duties, work towards ending rough sleeping and improve support for people who are homeless or at risk of losing their home. It will also cover the different ways homelessness can affect people, including those who may be staying with friends or family, living in insecure housing, using temporary accommodation or sleeping rough.

Read the draft strategy: Draft Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy

How to have your say

The consultation is open until 4pm on Friday 30 October 2026. People can take part online by completing an online survey using the button below, or by calling the council on 01455 238141 and asking for a paper copy to be posted to them.

Feedback from the consultation will help shape the final strategy and its action plan. The council is especially keen to hear from residents, customers, partners and local organisations, including people who have used housing or homelessness services, voluntary and community organisations, landlords and housing providers.

Take the survey (surveymonkey.com)

Last updated: 17/09/2026 15:15