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Temporary accommodation

Types of temporary accommodation and who can apply for it. Myth busting. Paying for it.

Myths about temporary accommodation

There are some common misunderstandings about temporary accommodation. 

Being eligible for temporary housing does not mean you:

  • have more priority for a council home
  • will be placed in a bed and breakfast (B&B) hotel like when you go on holiday
  • will be housed in or near to Southwark
  • will live there for a short time
  • will get free accommodation
  • can stay somewhere else as well