Housing

To ensure that the needs of women in relation to housing and in particular women who are homeless or at risk of homelessness are understood and addressed. Bristol faces a houses crisis and it is having a particular impact on women, forcing some into homelessness. Rising rents, insecure tenancies and lack of affordable housing are also forcing families to leave the area where they have their childcare and family support networks. The housing needs of women fleeing domestic violence must be prioritized.