Petition · Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government

Fund Emergency Shelter to anyone Homeless during all named storms.

Closed 2,350 signatures

What the petition asks

We urge Government to fund local authorities so that Severe Weather Emergency Protocols (SWEP) can be activated during all named storms & severe weather events, not just freezing temps; protecting rough sleepers from extreme wind, rain & cold to ensure no one is left vulnerable outside.
Current SWEP policies usually focus on temperature thresholds, leaving rough sleepers unprotected during severe storms. We believe this puts vulnerable individuals at risk of hypothermia, injury, or even death. Named storms can bring extreme conditions that endanger lives. Funding local authorities to have SWEP guidelines that include all severe weather events will ensure councils act swiftly to provide shelter and save lives. We believe that no one should be left outside in dangerous weather.

Timeline

27 Jan 2025 Petition opened for signatures
27 Jul 2025 Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 2,350
Status Closed
Department Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government
Opened 27 Jan 2025
Closed 27 Jul 2025

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 31 Jul 2026.