In this two day course delegates will learn how to investigate and make decisions in accordance with the requirements of the Housing Act 1996 as amended. At every stage the Code of Guidance 2018 will be highlighted.  The course will provide up to date information in relation to Section 21 notices and COVID-19 and the impact this has on assessing homeless applications. Delegates will be given decision letter templates and forms to meet the needs of the amended legislation. Delegates will also be given an easy to follow flowchart that takes them through the requirements of the amended legislation and review regulations. Delegates will also have the opportunity to explore effective prevention strategies and what partnerships are needed. ​This comprehensive, suitabel for both new and experienced officers, course will cover:​​

• The Housing Act 1996 as amended – the Flowchart
• S188 Accommodation
• Investigating Eligibility
• Investigating Homelessness
• Creating the Right Personalised Plan
• Prevention Strategies
• Relief Strategies
• Ending the 195(2) Prevention Duty
• First Local Connection-S198(A1)
• Ending the S189B(2) Relief duty
• Suitability of Accommodation
• Priority Need
• Intentionally Homeless
• Main Duty Local Connection
• Ending the S193 Duty
• The Reapplication Duty
• The Review Regulations

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Who Should Attend

This course is suitable for those working for local authorities in the area of homelessness and for those that are responsible for making S184 & S202 decisions. The course is suitable for both beginners and experience officers.  

Trainer

Minos Perdios, Director & Reviews Manager at Housing Reviews Ltd