Purpose

Trafford is currently experiencing unprecedented homelessness
with a significant increase in need for Temporary Accommodation
(TA) and Bed and Breakfast (BnB) placements.
 
As
of 11th November 2024, HOST had 112 households in BnB,
22 in Airbnb and 84 in TA. This has increased significantly since
2022/23, which is creating a substantial budget pressure for the
Council.
 
There is now an urgent need to increase the number of TA units
available to reduce the placements into BnB/AirBnB and in
partnership with Stepping Stone Projects, Trafford can increase
this provision of TA by an additional 10 units located in the
borough.

Decision

1)   
That the content of the report be noted.
2)   
That the procurement of 10 properties with Stepping
Stone Projects as use as supported homeless accommodation, be
approved.