Manchester landlords reveal cross-borough housing plan to support domestic abuse victims

In cases where there is too much risk for the person in need to stay in the borough they are in, the new arrangement will make it easier for a household affected by domestic abuse to access housing outside of the area they currently live in.

Kate Green, Greater Manchester deputy mayor for policing, crime, criminal justice and fire, said: “This new agreement between housing providers shows the power of partnership working – something that our approach to tackling gender-based violence is all about.

“By bringing together services and partners in Greater Manchester, providing a whole-systems approach, we can ensure that victims of domestic abuse can access the housing provision they need and feel the safety they deserve.”

Stockport Homes is one of the landlords that has signed up to the arrangement.

Geoff Binns, head of homelessness and rehousing at Stockport Homes, said: “Accessing social housing is exceptionally difficult given the level of demand, but this agreement removes unnecessary barriers around local connection. 

“It is part of a wider commitment to tackle domestic abuse by housing providers and Greater Manchester local authorities. No one should live in fear, and having a safe place to call home is a basic right.”