Councils have a legal responsibility to help people who are homeless, although how much help they have to give depends on their situation. This guide sets out the rights of homeless people and the duties of councils that are local housing authorities.
Explains how a homeless person should go about accessing temporary or emergency accommodation, and outlines the various housing options available to someone looking for a more permanent home.
Explains a tenant’s rights in relation to getting repairs done to their home, and outlines the steps an occupier should take if they are living with disrepair or unacceptable housing conditions.