Source · Select Committees · Housing, Communities and Local Government Committee
Recommendation 31
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We remained concerned the government’s decision to freeze the Local Housing Allowance is contributing to...
Conclusion
We remained concerned the government’s decision to freeze the Local Housing Allowance is contributing to more people being more at risk of homelessness and in need of temporary accommodation. The freeze also makes it difficult for councils to help households find a permanent home they can afford. (Conclusion, Paragraph 93) 66
Government Response
A response document is linked to this report, dated 24 June 2026. Response attribution to this conclusion has not been verified. Read the response document ↗