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Homelessness Reduction Act 2017
Summary
This Act aims to reduce homelessness by requiring local councils to provide earlier help and support to people who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. It places a legal duty on councils to prevent homelessness and help people secure or keep a home, rather than only helping them once they're already on the streets.
A vote to support means
- —Supporting this Act means backing efforts to prevent homelessness and help homeless people get back on their feet. It requires local councils to help people at risk of homelessness earlier, offer advice and support, and work to find them homes or temporary accommodation.
A vote to oppose means
- —Critics worry that the Act places too much responsibility and cost on local councils, which may struggle with funding. Some also question whether the support offered is strong enough, or whether resources should focus on other urgent public services.
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Bill Passage
Commons
- 1st reading29 Jun 2016
- 2nd reading28 Oct 2016
- Committee stage23 Nov 2016
- Report stage27 Jan 2017
- 3rd reading27 Jan 2017
Lords
- 1st reading30 Jan 2017
- 2nd reading24 Feb 2017
- 3rd reading23 Mar 2017
Royal Assent27 Apr 2017
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