I am writing to you under the Freedom of Information Act 2000 to request the following information regarding temporary accommodation and social housing provision within your authority.
1. Expenditure:
Please confirm the total amount spent by the council on temporary accommodation placements within the private rented sector during the most recent full financial year.
2. Void Properties (Temporary Accommodation):
Please confirm the current number of void (unoccupied) properties that the council has within its temporary accommodation portfolio.
3. Subsidy Loss:
Please provide the total subsidy loss related to temporary accommodation for the most recent full financial year.
4. Families Awaiting Placement:
Please state the current number of families awaiting suitable temporary accommodation.
5. Empty/Decanted Properties for Regeneration:
Please provide the number of council-owned properties currently empty or decanted and awaiting regeneration or redevelopment.