PCC DN A Bed Every Night (ABEN) – Deputy Mayoral financial contribution 2026/27
August 17, 2026 Director for Safer and Stronger Communities, GM Deputy Mayor, Group Chief Finance Officer (Officer) Approved View on council websiteThis summary is generated by AI from the council’s published record and supporting documents. Check the full council record and source link before relying on it.
Summary
Director for Safer and Stronger Communities, GM Deputy Mayor, Group Chief Finance Officer approved a £250,000 contribution to the A Bed Every Night scheme on 17/08/2026. This payment will be made from the Deputy Mayor’s Investment Fund for the financial year 2026/27.
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Purpose
In line with the commitments to reduce re-offending in the Standing Together Police and Crime plan 2024-29, preventing homelessness will contribute towards reducing re-offending and keeping vulnerable people safe. This also aligns with the new Prime Minister’s commitment to ending homelessness on a national scale.
Decision
A £250,000 contribution is to be paid to the A Bed Every Night scheme from the Deputy Mayor’s Investment Fund in financial year 2026/27 as in the previous x2 financial years.
Total contributions from 2019/20 to 2026/27: £1,500,000
Details
| Outcome | Recommendations Approved |
| Decision date | 17 Aug 2026 |