Summary
This report will ask the Cabinet to agree a policy for ensuring the suitability of temporary accommodation, including how the Council procures sufficient units of temporary accommodation and then matching them to the right people.
Access to Information
The report together with any other documents being considered (unless they contain exempt information) will be available for inspection 5 clear days before the decision is taken by the Cabinet. Copies are available on the Council's website or requested from Democratic Services Medway Council, Gun Wharf, Dock Road, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4TR or email democratic.services@medway.gov.uk If you wish to submit information to the Cabinet about the item please also contact Democratic Services.
Decision type: Key
Decision status: For Determination
Notice of proposed decision first published: 06/07/2026
Decision due: 22 Sep 2026 by Cabinet
Lead member: Councillor Louwella Prenter, Portfolio Holder for Housing and Homelessness louwella.prenter@medway.gov.uk
Lead director: Adam Bryan
Contact: Francesca Roma, Housing Strategy Partnerships and Customer Relations Team Leader Email: francesca.roma@medway.gov.uk Tel: 01634 331714.
Relevant Overview and Scrutiny Committee:: Regeneration, Culture and Environment