Health and Safety Management Local authorities, together with other stakeholders, manage public health and safety by regularly inspecting local authority buildings and work activities, investigating accidents and incidents and taking appropriate action.
Homelessness Information and Advice Local authorities may provide information and advice to those who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless.
Long-term Leasing Local authorities may lease properties in good condition from property owners for long term social housing.
Minimum Standards in Rented Accommodation Enforcement Local authorities enforce minimum standards to ensure that landlords keep privately rented properties in good condition.
Part V Acquisition Local authorities may buy new houses from property developers for social and affordable housing under Part V of the planning laws.