Draft Shared Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy

In partnership, Redditch Borough Council, Bromsgrove District Council, Malvern Hills District Council, Wychavon District Council and Wyre Forest District are developing a new Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy 2026–2031, which will guide how local partners work together to prevent homelessness, improve housing outcomes, and ensure that when homelessness does occur, it is rare, brief, and not repeated.

Homelessness affects people and families in many different ways, and the causes are often complex, ranging from the lack of affordable housing to issues such as domestic abuse, mental health, family breakdown, financial pressures, and challenges within the private rented sector. To shape a strategy that responds effectively to these issues, it is essential that we hear from people who have experienced homelessness, service users, partners, and community organisations or anyone with an interest in our approach to preventing and relieving homelessness.

This survey asks for your views on the key priorities, actions, and approaches set out in the draft strategy. Your feedback will help us understand whether we are focusing on the right areas, identify any gaps, and ensure that the final strategy reflects the needs and experiences of those who are threatened with homelessness or experiencing actual homelessness including rough sleeping.

The consultation will run for six weeks from 13th April and will close at midnight on 24th May 2026. All responses are anonymous, and your views will directly inform the final version of the strategy.

Thank you for contributing and helping us build a stronger, more supportive system for people at risk of or experiencing homelessness.

The Survey can be accessed here

• The draft Shared Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy can be found here
• The Homelessness Review can be found here