People facing homelessness will have better access to support with new legislation coming into effect later this year. Continue reading Homelessness consultation backs stronger protection
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New partnership launched to prevent youth homelessness in Edinburgh
Rock Trust and Cyrenians are joining forces to deliver an entirely new local service to reach young people before they become homeless. Continue reading New partnership launched to prevent youth homelessness in Edinburgh
National Lottery delivers funding support to tackle homelessness
Homelessness projects are today the focus of over £3 million in National Lottery funding, set to increase third sector led provision, helping prevent Scots losing their tenancies and becoming homeless. Continue reading National Lottery delivers funding support to tackle homelessness
Consultation launched on time limits on temporary homeless accommodation
The time people facing homelessness spend in unsuitable temporary housing including B&Bs could be limited, following a consultation launched yesterday.
A seven-day restriction in unsuitable temporary accommodation for everyone experiencing homelessness, as currently exists for families with children and pregnant women, is being proposed.
The Scottish Government also wants improvements made to the consistency of temporary accommodation quality across the country.
While most temporary accommodation is generally good, with the majority of homeless households found accommodation in the social rented sector, there are no set standards which cover the range of temporary accommodation available.
The consultation will also consider what legally enforceable standards could look like, developed in partnership with the sector and people with lived experience. These changes would mean that people living in temporary accommodation will experience a higher and more consistent level of accommodation and support while a permanent solution to their housing need is found.
Speaking at the Housing First Scotland annual conference in Edinburgh, Communities Secretary Aileen Campbell said: “Temporary accommodation can offer an important emergency safety net for anyone who finds themselves homeless with nowhere else to go, such as those fleeing domestic violence. But it should be just that – temporary.
“We want to make sure that the time anyone spends in temporary accommodation is as short as possible before moving to a more appropriate, settled home.
“It is also essential that temporary accommodation is of good quality so those who experience homelessness have the best possible chance to find their feet again.
“Making settled housing a priority is a key action in our plans to end homelessness, backed by £50 million of investment. We recognise the importance of a settled home for supporting people to live their life with good health, wellbeing and a sense of community and belonging.”
Housing Convener welcomes fall in homeless numbers
Prevention work has led to a significant reduction in the number of homeless presentations over the last five years, according to the city council housing leader Councillor Kate Campbell.
There has been 20.6% reduction over the five year period 2014-15 to 2018-19 and a 2.7% reduction in homeless presentations between 2018-2019 and 2017-2018.
Continue reading Housing Convener welcomes fall in homeless numbers
Life on the Streets: Shelter report sheds light on begging in Edinburgh
Hard-hitting new research into begging in Edinburgh has been published by the Edinburgh Community Safety Partnership along with charity Shelter Scotland.
Continue reading Life on the Streets: Shelter report sheds light on begging in Edinburgh
NEN: Top posts of 2018
It’s been a busy old year for your North Edinburgh News blog. National (Brexit) and international (Donald Trump) stories may have been making the headlines around the globe, but here in North Edinburgh it was a story about yet another closed local pub that was the most-read post of the year! The news comes as The Telford Arms has announced that it’s to close at the end of this month for a major refurbishment – and will re-open in March as The Scottish Engineer. Continue reading NEN: Top posts of 2018
Lindsay & Gilmour support Cyrenians with delivery of winter ‘Crash Packs’
Lindsay & Gilmour have pledged their ongoing support for the life-changing work of homelessness charity Cyrenians with the donation of winter ‘Crash Packs’ containing essential toiletries for those who may find themselves homeless over the coming months. Continue reading Lindsay & Gilmour support Cyrenians with delivery of winter ‘Crash Packs’
Green Concern As Edinburgh Council Breaks Law On Homelessness
Green councillor Susan Rae has expressed serious concerns that Edinburgh has a long way to go to in tackling the homeless B&B crisis. Continue reading Green Concern As Edinburgh Council Breaks Law On Homelessness
Granton goes to Holyrood: GIC’s pioneering work to be celebrated at Scottish Parliament
Granton Information Centre’s pioneering work is to be celebrated at an event at the Scottish Parliament in Holyrood tomorrow. Continue reading Granton goes to Holyrood: GIC’s pioneering work to be celebrated at Scottish Parliament