Miss X complained the Council delayed in dealing with her homelessness application despite her priority need due to domestic violence. We find the Council at fault for a delay in assessing Miss X’s application. The delay caused Miss X distress and frustration. The Council has agreed to apologise and make a symbolic payment to remedy the injustice caused.
Source · LGO (Local Government & Social Care Ombudsman)
Cambridge City Council
LGO (Local Government & Social Care Ombudsman)
Upheld
Reference 25-012-406
Sector Housing
Category Homelessness
Decided 25 May 2026
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