SWEP Activated – Support for People Sleeping Rough During Hot Weather
Castle Point Borough Council's Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) has been activated to help protect people who are sleeping rough during the current period of extreme heat.
SWEP is an emergency response that provides additional support to vulnerable individuals when severe weather conditions pose a risk to health and wellbeing. While often associated with cold weather, SWEP can also be activated during periods of exceptionally high temperatures.
Working closely with CHESS Homeless, a local charity supporting adults who are homeless or at risk of homelessness across Essex, and local outreach services, the Council is taking steps to ensure rough sleepers receive appropriate support and welfare assistance during this hot weather period.
Outreach teams will be carrying out welfare checks and distributing heat packs, including bottled water and other essential items, to help people sleeping rough stay safe, cool, and hydrated.
If you see someone sleeping rough in Castle Point and are concerned about their welfare, please make a referral through StreetLink.