The Office of the Deputy Prime Minister

On the basis of the NAO report 'More than a roof' (ISBN 0102932255, HC 286, Session 2004-05), the Committee took evidence from the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister on levels and causes of homelessness, progress in alleviating its consequences and the development of services to prevent to problem. Among the conclusions were the needs: to improve information and statistics on homelessness; for clearer responsibilities for social landlords; and a longer-term solution to unsatisfactory temporary accommodation.