Government confirms change to rules governening social housing allocation criteria will come into force from 10 July
Changes to make it easier for young care leavers and domestic abuse survivors to access social housing will come into force next month, the government has announced today.
The government, as previously announced, is removing local connection rules for care leavers under 25 and those who are fleeing abuse. The change will come into effect on 10 July.
Currently around nine in 10 councils give greater priority to social housing applicants that can demonstrate a local connection, such as living or working in the area.
Angela Rayner, deputy prime minister and housing secretary, said: “It breaks my heart to hear countless stories of people leaving the care system or fleeing an abusive relationship and not having a place they can truly call home.
“We’re rewriting the rules to help get them a roof over their heads and the security they deserve.
“Our changes will make sure these vulnerable groups do not face unfair barriers to safe and secure housing.
The change follows reforms last year to remove barriers for former armed forces veterans.
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