Freedom of information response

Social and Council Housing

Publication date: 
Tuesday 5 March 2024
Request: 

What is the total number of people currently living in social and council housing?
 
What is the total number of people currently living in social and council housing that are non-British citizens?
 
What is the breakdown of non-British citizens living in social and council housing by nationality?

Response: 

Thurrock Council has conducted a number of investigations related to covid support scheme fraud through one of its services, The National Investigation Service (NATIS).

However, the data you require is owned by the Department for Business and Trade and cannot be directly released by Thurrock Council. You may wish to redirect your request using the details below.

Freedom of Information

Information Rights Unit
Department for Business and Trade
Old Admiralty Building
Admiralty Place
London
SW1A 2DY
United Kingdom

Email - FOI@businessandtrade.gov.uk

Alternatively we can forward the request on your behalf. Please contact us if you wish us to do this for you.

Request reference:
FOI 13485