Yesterday I was very pleased to vote for and support a key initiative to help our homeless. The City Corporation will now be funding a 24/7 assessment hub for rough sleepers in the Square Mile and a new 30-bed hostel have been given the green light.
The City of London Corporation’s Court of common Council, the authority’s top decision-making body, backed the £11.4m plans yesterday.
The new assessment hub will help the City’s homeless with referrals to mental and physical health support services, and social workers, and provide 10 beds for emergency accommodation.
They will be given help to tackle substance misuse and access to advice and advocacy services.
Staff will assess rough sleepers to understand their immediate needs, why they are on the street, and help them plan the best route away from homelessness.
The 30-bed hostel will provide a supported, safe and comfortable space for the City’s homeless – targeting those with complex needs.
