Consultation response: Section 11 of the Homelessness (Scotland) Act 2003

Such a system was recommended by the Homelessness Task Force to provide local authorities the opportunity to intervene and prevent homelessness occurring wherever possible . Where it is not possible to prevent homelessness, the early warning that a Section 11 notification provides, should allow for any period of homelessness to be more planned. This can enable a smoother transition into alternative accommodation and minimise the stress and disruption that homelessness causes to individuals and families.