Issue details

Local Government and Social care Ombudsman Findings

Decision type: Non-key

Decision status: For Determination

Notice of proposed decision first published: 28/03/2024

Anticipated restriction: Public  -

Decision due: Between 16 Apr 2024 and 31 May 2024 by Cabinet Member Signing

This report updates the Council and Cabinet Member on a recent Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman decision and the outcome of a review into how the Council takes account of its Equality Act 2010 duties when considering the suitability of temporary accommodation for homeless families The report will include a recommendation for adding additional text to the Temporary Accomodation Placement Policy for clarification purposes to ensure consistency with the Homelessness Code of Guidance and the Homelessness (Suitability of Accommodation) (England) Order 2003. Wider changes to the Policy will be considered at Cabinet later in the year.

Lead member: Cabinet Member for Housing Services, Private Renters, and Planning

Lead director: Director of Adults, Health, and Communities

Contact: Director of Adults, Health, and Communities.