Memorandum by Sheringham Town Council
(HOM 06)
Sheringham Town Council is fully supportive
of this Inquiry and all initiatives towards supporting homeless
people. We have no statutory housing remit, no housing stock,
and no direct contact with any homeless people, but our Local
Authority—North Norfolk District Council, does.
Our opinion is that North Norfolk District Council
is fully committed to working on all aspects of homelessness.
They have a forum, which meets regularly to discuss ideas, information
and gain inter-agency co-operation.
They are working hard to be proactive—sending
in support/outreach workers to try and prevent homelessness due
to tenancy or family breakdown. There are also linked support
"packages" from local homeless agencies/charities, to
give expert help when needed.
There has been a definite move away from B+B
use—as recommended in the legislation. Homeless people also
certainly appear to be given immediate and concerted assistance
to gain suitable accommodation.
Cherry Ashton
Sheringham Town Council Clerk
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