FOI request (FOIR-676286466)

Enclosed Beds

Requested Tue 07 January 2025
Responded Tue 18 February 2025

I am writing to request information under the Freedom of Information Act 2000. I am seeking information regarding enclosed beds (sometimes referred to as safe sleeping spaces, or known under the brand names CloudCuddle, UrZone, Creative Care Limited, Safety Sleeper, Safespaces, and so on) within your council's jurisdiction.

Please provide me with the following information:

1. How many enclosed beds have been provided to residents over the past five years?

2. What is the annual expenditure on enclosed beds for the past five years?

3. What is the average cost per bed?

4. What brand(s) of enclosed bed(s) do you supply? Do you have any data on the demographics of those receiving enclosed beds?

5. What criteria are used to assess whether an individual requires an enclosed bed?

6. Is there are a waiting list for an enclosed bed? If so, how long is the average waiting period?

7. What percentage of the council's disability or social care budget is allocated to enclosed beds?

8. Have there been any recorded incidents involving enclosed beds (for example, accidents, injuries, misuse, and so on)?

9. Are risk assessments conducted when assessing an individual for an enclosed bed? If so, what factors are considered?

10. How does the council review the effectiveness and continued need for enclosed beds?

11. Are there specific national or local guidelines the council follows regarding enclosed beds? For example, guidance from NHS England, NICE, or safeguarding frameworks.

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Response

Please accept my apologies for the delay in responding.

Hastings Borough Council does not provide enclosed beds.