- Intermediate/Introductory * 3 hours CPD
Homelessness is a fast developing area of law, which lawyers and housing officers in local government and other public bodies need to keep abreast of. There are growing areas of case law, such as challenges to decision letters, and this course is designed to give all those concerned with this area a comprehensive overview of the law and the latest developments. The course will cover:
- Introduction to the law
- Duty to Make Inquiries
- Definition of Homelessness
- Eligibility
- Interim Duty to Accommodate
- Priority Need
- Intentional Homelessness
- Local Connection
- Duties Outside Full Duty
- Full Housing Duty
- Suitability
- Provision of Accommodation after s.184 decision
- Review and Appeal