In this one day course delegates will learn how to write S184 decision letters to meet to needs of the Housing Act 1996. Delegates will gain detailed knowledge as to why certain things need to appear in a particular decision letter.  This includes requirements set by the law, case law and the Code of Guidance. A focus will also be on writing decision letters that applicants can understand. To assist them, delegates will be given decision letter templates and forms to meet the needs of the amended legislation. The S184 decision letters cover the following:

• Investigating Eligibility
• Investigating Homelessness
• Ending the 195(2) Prevention Duty
• First Local Connection-S198(A1)
• Ending the S189B(2) Relief duty
• Priority Need
• Intentionally Homeless
• Main Duty Local Connection
• Ending the S193(2) Main Duty
• Ending the S193C(4) Duty​

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 decisions. The course is suitable for both beginners and experience officers.  

Trainer

Minos Perdios, Director & Reviews Manager at Housing Reviews Ltd