Housing

The process of applying for local authority housing has moved exclusively online. They will no longer accept paper applications. You do not need a doctor’s letter. You need to complete a self-assessment form which is only available online or directly from the council. A letter from your doctor will not help the process If the council are unable to process your application and need further medical information, they will request your written consent and write directly to your doctor in confide

Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help.