Support for those facing homelessness with £2 million of funding
BCP Council say the new grant will help families move out of temporary accommodation and also support people sleeping rough
People facing homelessness in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole are set to get more support after the council secured two million pounds in funding.
The new grant will help families move out of temporary accommodation and also support people sleeping rough.
Leaders at the local authority say the extra money will mean more tailored help for those who need it most, including children currently living in temporary homes.
There are plans for safer housing, closer work with landlords, and extra support from voluntary groups right across the area.
The funding is part of a government scheme to tackle homelessness and improve lives for some of the most vulnerable in the community.
Cllr Kieron Wilson, Portfolio Holder for Housing and Regulatory Services at BCP Council, said: “We welcome this funding boost and are pleased to see the Government recognising the challenges faced by local authorities across the country. We have done so well, and continue to work hard to get families out of B&B accommodation, but we still have too many children in homes that are not permanent. The new grant funding will improve their quality of life and will prevent more children from experiencing homelessness.
"In addition to this people sleeping rough will get the help they need. We’ll be able to offer tailored support, safer housing, and work closely with landlords, as well as our wider partners to prevent homelessness.
"This will make a difference to many in our community and brings us one step forward in making sure everyone has a safe place to call home.”
The funding, provided by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government, reflects the positive work the Council has done to support those impacted by homelessness in recent years.
The funding includes £2m from the Rough Sleeping Prevention and Recovery Grant (RSPARG), with £400,000 dedicated to strengthening partnerships with Voluntary and Community Sector (VCS) organisations.
A further £164,000 is specifically to support children experiencing homelessness, particularly those living in temporary accommodation.