A framework for an Isle of Man Homelessness Prevention and Support Act

Overview

The Homelessness Strategy approved by Tynwald in December 2023 contained a commitment to the introduction of statutory requirements to prevent and address homelessness on the Isle of Man. This consultation is to help develop the specifics for the legislation.

In looking at legislation for the Isle of Man, we are using various Acts passed by the UK, Scottish and Welsh Parliaments as a base for the development of a Manx equivalent. This consultation seeks views on the various elements of the UK legislation and the distinctive differences with the Scottish and Welsh amendments since devolution and their applicability for the Isle of Man.

The use of the UK nations’ framework as a starting point should not be taken as an endorsement in full of the approach taken by those countries. They are simply a useful starting point in the assessment of the needs for the Isle of Man in our legislation.

The other Crown Dependencies do not have Homelessness Legislation so offer no comparison on this area.

Why your views matter

This consultation aims to identify the most effective approach to support vulnerable individuals and establish a robust legal framework for homelessness prevention and assistance.

Reasonable adjustments and alternative formats

The Department is committed to equal opportunities and our aim is to make our documents easy to use and accessible to all.

The Department will take steps to accommodate any reasonable adjustments and provide such assistance as may reasonably be required to enable access or reply to this consultation.

If this document is required in another format or assistance is required with accessing or replying to this consultation, please email daire.queenan@gov.im

Responding to this consultation and questions

This consultation can be responded to by clicking on the 'Online survey' link below.

Alternatively you can download a paper version of this consultation from the 'Related' section below and email it to daire.queenan@gov.im or post it to:

Homelessness Legislation Consultation,
Cabinet Office,
Third Floor,
Government Office,
Bucks Road,
Douglas,
IM1 3PN

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