Over the past week, we've had a number of questions about what we have been doing to help rough sleepers during this recent spate of cold weather.
During any kinds of adverse or severe weather we implement our Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) so that we are able to offer accommodation to people sleeping on the streets. We first stood the plan up last weekend and we'll be extending it for as long as the temperatures remain low.
Although the accommodation we and our partners can provide is not suitable for the long-term it is warm, dry and safe and our partners in the Plymouth Alliance have worked to reach out to known rough sleepers to encourage them inside.
Of course, we can't force anyone to use the emergency provision. For a variety of what can be very complex reasons, some people will choose to stay out.
If you're concerned about someone sleeping rough, you can let us know through StreetLink - https://thestreetlink.org.uk/