The Mayor and Cabinet are asked to approve:

• The council’s revised Homelessness Accommodation Placement Policy

In addition, permission is sought from the Mayor and Cabinet, should any further amendments be required as a result of legislation or case law, to delegate approval of subsequent amendments to the document to the council’s Corporate Director of Housing and Regeneration.

The council’s revised Homelessness Accommodation Placement Policy clearly sets out the council’s approach as to how officers will use available housing stock to discharge the council’s statutory homelessness duties and responsibilities. The policy will ensure that the council follows current legislation and provides a reference point for Housing Options staff to make their decisions.