The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) has announced an additional £30m for the Winter Pressures Funding, bringing the total to £60m for homelessness support this year.
This increase aims to prevent evictions and secure accommodation for thousands at risk of homelessness across 295 high-risk areas.
The funding will enable councils to intervene early, helping people remain in their homes and providing support to those transitioning off the streets.
Last year, 146,360 households sought council assistance to avoid eviction due to sudden job losses, health emergencies, or unforeseen bills.
With the added funds, councils can address emergency rent shortfalls and negotiate with landlords, easing the demand on social services and emergency housing.
Minister for Homelessness Rushanara Ali said: “No one should be forced to live in constant fear of losing their home and too many people are being pushed to the brink of homelessness as a direct consequence of the system we’ve inherited.
“That’s why I’m providing an extra £30m in emergency support for councils – taking real, immediate action to stop people falling through the cracks, stay in their homes, and help them rebuild their lives.”
Ali added: “Our Plan for Change is tackling the worst housing crisis in a generation by delivering the biggest boost in social and affordable housing in a generation, fixing the broken rental market and getting us back on track to end homelessness once and for all.”
