Enfield Council plans to buy properties for homeless

Enfield Council in London is considering purchasing properties in the Liverpool area to house its homeless residents. This plan aims to reduce reliance on costly temporary accommodations. No properties have been acquired yet, and the council clarified it does not intend to buy in Liverpool city itself. Liverpool Council responded to concerns about Enfield's plans, stating that while Enfield may look at the wider Merseyside region, there are no current plans for property acquisition in Liverpool. The local authority emphasized the need for collaboration to address homelessness. The number of rough sleepers in Liverpool has increased, with an average of 30 people seen each night from April to September 2024. Local officials are concerned about rising costs related to homelessness and the impact of relocating individuals far from their communities.