Liverpool City Region Combined Authority announces new regional Homelessness Task Force

The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority has announced a new Homelessness Task Force to accelerate action to prevent and reduce homelessness in the region.  

The Task Force is expected to launch in the Autumn and will bring together local authorities, health, criminal justice and delivery partners behind a shared programme of action.  

£1.9m set to be allocated for the Task Force, in addition to the £10.28m initially announced as part of the city region's Integrated Settlement. Funding has also been allocated to continue the Housing First programme and extend the delivery of Assertive Outreach services, with professionals actively seeking out homeless people on the streets and in hostels to provide support. 

By shifting the focus from crisis response to proactive prevention and long-term impact, the Task Force hopes to significantly reduce the number of people experiencing homeless in the region.  

The proposed Task Force will be chaired by Cabinet Member for Housing and Regeneration Cllr Graham Morgan with membership including senior officers from the city region’s six local authorities. 

The Combined Authority, MHCLG and the six local authorities will work together to improve supported housing and reduce demands on bedspaces and improve pathways into supported housing.