Homelessness: urgent help from your council

What this support is about

Local councils can have legal duties to assess and assist people who are homeless or threatened with homelessness.

What to check

Check the local authority process and whether immediate accommodation assistance is required.

Practical next steps

Contact the council homelessness team promptly; do not wait for an eviction to complete.

Important: This independent guide is general information, not a benefit entitlement decision. The provider’s rules and application process take precedence.