As set out in our response to Recommendation 11, local authorities should have a policy in place for procuring and allocating sufficient temporary accommodation. Forecasting demand for specialist housing is challenging. However, all local housing authorities are currently developing their supported housing strategies which will forecast demand for supported housing in their area. These plans will be published and significantly improve local and national forecasting for this type of accommodation. We are providing £950m capital for the fourth round of the Local Authority Housing Fund which is the largest round of the fund to date and will deliver up to 5,000 homes. This investment will provide local authorities with a lasting affordable housing asset. Local authorities have flexibility to deliver homes through a variety of delivery routes to best meet local needs. Within the framework of the purpose and objectives of the fund, we want to provide local authorities with as much flexibility as possible to shape local delivery according to circumstances in each area. Local authorities need to be satisfied that their specific plans are lawful and deliverable. Regarding accessible housing, the Government recognises the importance of increasing the supply of housing for older people and those with disabilities, and improving the housing options available. The National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) requires local authorities to assess the size, type and tenure of housing needed for different groups in the community, including older and disabled people, and reflect this in their planning policies. We recently consulted on a new NPPF, which included proposals for local planning authorities to set requirements for the delivery of M4(2) (accessible and adaptable) and M4(3) (wheelchair user) housing that will meet or exceed their locally assessed need for these types of housing. In relation to M4(2) housing, we proposed a clear national minimum that ensures at least 40% of new housing over the course of the plan period is delivered to M4(2) standards. This approach seeks to formalise best practice, ensure that necessary levels of accessible housing are provided, whilst ensuring authorities have an appropriate degree of flexibility to maximise housebuilding overall. We are currently analysing the responses received and will respond in due course.