House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
Rough sleeping update
13 October 2020 · Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government
Proposed by Robert Jenrick Reform Newark
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At a glance
Key points
- The Minister is providing an update on the government's efforts to address rough sleeping.
- A new 10 million Cold Weather Fund is announced for local authorities.
- A 2 million Transformation Fund is announced for voluntary sector organizations.
Issue summary
The Minister is providing an update on the government's efforts to address rough sleeping, particularly in light of the challenges posed by the pandemic.
Action requested
The announcement includes a new £10 million Cold Weather Fund and a £2 million Transformation Fund for local authorities and voluntary sector organizations respectively. Comprehensive guidance will also be published to help open shelters safely during winter.
Key facts
- Over 29,000 people have been supported since September.
- Local authorities received over £4.8 billion in government support.
- £91.5 million from the Next Steps Accommodation Programme allocated in September.
- A new Cold Weather Fund of £10 million is being established for local authorities.
- A Transformation Fund of £2 million will be set up for the voluntary sector.
- £700 million is spent annually on tackling homelessness and rough sleeping.
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