Contact your local authority
Welsh local authorities must help people who are homeless or could lose their home. Contact your council early so it can assess what help and support may be available.
GOV.WALES — HOMELESSNESS SUPPORT2026 homelessness law
The Homelessness and Social Housing Allocation (Wales) Act 2026 received Royal Assent on 1 April 2026. Not every provision automatically commenced at Royal Assent, so current commencement information should be checked before relying on a specific provision.
LEGISLATION.GOV.UK — WELSH ACTS 2026Free possession advice
The Housing Loss Prevention Advice Service also operates across Wales and can provide free early legal advice and in-court duty help for people at risk of losing their home.
HOUSING LOSS PREVENTION ADVICE SERVICE