Support the council in identifying and helping rough sleepers as temperatures plummet - The Bromsgrove Standard

Support the council in identifying and helping rough sleepers as temperatures plummet

Bromsgrove Editorial 17th Jan, 2024   0

BROMSGROVE District Council is asking for residents’ help in identifying and supporting rough sleepers as temperatures plummet.

The council is urging anyone who sees a rough sleeper to notify the Streetlink Service, who will use the information to help those in need.

Overnight tonight (Wednesday, January 17) temperatures are expected to drop as low as -4 degrees celcius in Bromsgrove.

Under the Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP), shelters are opened for those in need at crucial times.

Residents have been advised to contact emergency services if someone has collapsed.

Visit https://thestreetlink.org.uk/ to notify them of a rough sleeper.




Advertising

Advertise with the Bromsgrove Standard to reach your audience

Buy Photos

Buy photos online from the Bromsgrove Standard newspaper

Public Notices

View and download all of the public notices in the Bromsgrove Standard

Recruitment

Find a career you'll love with our free career finder website