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<p>This information is not centrally collated, and to do so would create a disproportionate
cost to the Department. Universal Credit case managers and work coaches are aware
of the reported circumstances of individuals and are able to provide a tailored approach,
which includes those without a fixed address.</p><p> </p><p>The Department is committed
to ensuring that those who are homeless, or at risk of homelessness, get the appropriate
support to stabilise their lives and move into work. There is a range of support which
can be considered, such as access to Alternative Payment Arrangements, easements to
work-search requirements, and partnerships between Jobcentres and housing organisations.
By law, work coaches in England must offer a voluntary referral to claimants they
consider may be homeless or threatened with homelessness to a Local Housing Authority.</p><p>Data
on homelessness by local authority level, provided by the Ministry for Housing, Communities
and Local Government, is available at:</p><p> </p><p><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/homelessness-statistics"
target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/homelessness-statistics</a></p><p>
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