West Dunbartonshire councillors have approved plans to introduce the Rapid Rehousing Transition Programme in the region.

The Home at the Heart approach will help ensure homeless people in the district are fast-tracked to settled accommodation. It also outlines details of a more comprehensive and enhanced housing support service, with wrap around support provided in mainstream housing.


Councillor Diane Docherty, the committee's Convener, said: "I am pleased our plans for tackling homelessness for the next five years have been well received.

"We have already made a lot of progress in this area, but we will continue to work towards reducing homelessness across West Dunbartonshire.

"Home at the Heart recognises that providing a safe and secure home quickly is the best way to support some of our most vulnerable residents. They are at the heart of everything we do and we are committed to achieving positive outcomes for them."

The plan will now be formally submitted to the Scottish government as they decide how to allocate £50 million between the 32 local authorities and their partners.

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