Ask your council for help if you're facing homelessness.

Tell the council specifically that you want to make a homeless application.

Our template email tells you what to say or write to the council.

Keep trying if you do not get a response. You have the right to ask for help.

Personal housing plan

If you're threatened with homelessness the council must:

• carry out a homeless assessment

• write a personal housing plan with you

The plan should focus on making sure you have somewhere to live for at least the next 6 months.

Help to find a private landlord

Many councils expect you to find a private tenancy yourself. They may help with a deposit.

Some councils work with private landlords. They may help you find a new private tenancy.

Housing association and council homes

You should be allowed to join the housing register.

You will get some priority on the waiting list if you're facing homelessness.