AN ambitious aim to stamp out homelessness in Warrington by 2018 has been revealed.
Warrington Homelessness Commission has issued a report, with recommendations, following months of investigation.
Its vision is two fold – that “there is no room for homelessness in Warrington” and that “this vision will be a reality by 2018, through a focus on prevention and strong integrated partnership working.”
One of the commission’s key recommendations is for a “single gateway approach” whereby anyone who needs help will be able to find it quickly and conveniently, with all the various agencies involved co-operating closely to deal with homelessness on the understanding that “prevention is better than cure”.
Nick Atkin, the independent chairman of the commission, said: “Warrington has an increasing number of people accessing homelessness services who have complex needs.
“The magnitude and complexity of the issues that face Warrington should not be underestimated. It is critical to the success of this commission’s recommendations that there is a joint approach by all those who work in varying roles across the town to work in partnership.”
The commission has proposed that its recommendations be put into effect by the Warrington Partnership Board.
A report will be taken to the June meeting of the board for formal agreement.
Pictured: Mr Atkin and members of the commission at Warrington Town Hall.
