The Bishop wrote:For a long time, I believe that we have missed a trick with a quick, temporary solution to the council housing list. Why not utilise static caravans/mobile homes? If you were offered that over the 'bed and breakfast' provision (that is constantly being misused and used illegally) you'd jump at the chance; furthermore, it would give a much needed reprieve.
The days of bricks and mortar new builds are past too. Environmental future-proofing is of paramount importance.
Just a few thoughts.
Many years ago when we, two adults and two young children, were homeless, bed and breakfast for only a couple of nights was hell.
We then got moved to a very small caravan by social services, without running water and a trek across rough grass to the toilet block (a bucket at night), this was bliss in comparison to the B&B.
A static mobile home is just like a small bungalow my in-laws retired to one in Sussex and loved it.