Homelessness and Allocation of Housing

Homelessness and Allocation of Housing Accommodation provides the most up-to-date summary of significant legislative reforms made in the last few years by focusing on the present complex state of the law and policy, up to and including 1st April 1998. No other publication has such succinct or up-to-date coverage and analysis. This Special Report examines how the provisions of the 1996 Housing Act and the recent advent of the New Labour Government have signalled significant changes to both the legal rules on homelessness and the general housing criteria. Written clearly and concisely Homelessness and Allocation of Housing Accommodation focuses on the relevant legal rules, and comments on the appropriate case-law and Code of Guidance, including up-to-date reviews of individual cases to highlight key elements and resulting judgements. It is invaluable for all housing managers, solicitors, rent officers, property managers, estate managers, landlords, and legal advisers, who need to ensure they are aware of the most significant recent key issues and legal decisions within this highly volatile and contentious area.