If your lender serves you with a notice to repossess your home, they have to let the local council know that they’re taking this action and that you might end up homeless.
The local council should then get in touch with you to offer support and advice about your rehousing options.
However with widespread shortages in council housing and long waiting times, you may want to consider alternative options to avoid temporary housing arranged by the council.
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