The Government introduced a new Homelessness Act in 2002, requiring all Local Authorities to consult with partners, review their Homelessness service, and produce a Homelessness Strategy by 31 July 2003.
In January 2003, the Council finalised its Homelessness Review document, which you can view via the link below.
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Homelessness Review Document - 05/08/2003 : 486Kb
In February 2003, the Council held a Consultation Day, and invited statutory and voluntary agencies that provide housing, care, and advice services to the homeless. You can view a list of consultees via the link below.
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Homelessness Consultees List - 26/03/2003 : 4Kb
A wide range of issues and actions arose from the Consultation Day. A summary of the feedback can be viewed via the link below.
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Homelessness Consultation Day Feedback - 26/03/2003 : 16Kb
The Review process had identified gaps in service provision. We have set targets to address these in our new Homelessness Strategy. A copy can be downloaded below.
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Homelessness Strategy - 05/08/2003 : 1322Kb
Homelessness Strategy 2008 - 2013
In July 2008 a consultation draft of the new Homelessness Strategy was produced, alongside a comprehensive review of the 2003 Strategy. You can download the Strategy and Review below:
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2008-13 Homelessness Strategy - 26/08/2008 : 391Kb
Homelessness Strategy Questionnaire
We value your input and would appreciate a few minutes of your time to complete the simple questionnaire below relating to new actions proposed for inclusion in the Strategy. The consultation period closes on 17th September, after which date the feedback received will be considered by the Council’s Cabinet alongside the draft Homelessness Strategy.
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Homelessness Strategy Questionnaire - 06/08/2008 : 102Kb
Further information can also be found on our Homelessness Advice pages.
If you have any questions or queries regarding the Homelessness Strategy, please telephone 01453 754095 or e-mail: housing.strategy@stroud.gov.uk
