Homelessness: Pets
Lords · Question HL3294 · Tabled 9 Sep 2026 · Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government · Official record
Answered 22 Sep 2026
Question
Asked by Lord Bird
To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the impact on mental health and wellbeing when people experiencing homelessness are separated from a companion animal in order to have access to accommodation.
Answer
Answered by Baroness Taylor of Stevenage, 22 Sep 2026
Local authorities must ensure that temporary accommodation is suitable for applicants and members of their household, taking account of their needs, requirements, circumstances and the location of the accommodation. Applicants may ask for a review on requ...