Cornwall Council says it will be stepping up provision for rough sleepers over the coming days as temperatures are predicted to fall sharply.
The Council, in partnership with Cornwall Housing, St Petroc’s Society and other organisations, will be providing emergency accommodation and other services over the next few days.
Residents concerned about someone sleeping rough can contact Streetlink at any time of day or night via its website, a mobile app or by phoning 0300 5000 914. Streetlink will then pass on the information to St Petroc’s Assertive Outreach Team so that they find, engage with the person and connect them with support within 24 hours.
Andrew Mitchell, Cornwall Council’s portfolio holder for homes, said: ‘We work all year round with rough sleepers to help them find permanent accommodation, and to help them access support services. Due to their vulnerability to cold weather, we will be doing all we can to ensure they have access to warmth and shelter during any extreme weather.’