Case study: How digital tools help to reduce the burden of temporary accommodation?

25 Nov 2026
Housing Data, Analytics, Digital & AI Theatre
Asset management , Digital, data, AI & technology
This case study will highlight how Bridge Housing Solutions are matching people in need of accommodation in one borough, with a suitable, vacant home managed by a neighbouring local authority, alongside preventing a return to homelessness through Bridge Connect, a new reciprocal system. As the homelessness crisis becomes increasingly acute, and national government turns its attention to finding solutions, this session will showcase how innovation and collaboration can help improve access to temporary accommodation using existing homes. 
Chair
Alicia Walker
Alicia Walker, Assistant director for activism and advocacy, Shelter
Speakers
Jess Page
Jess Page, Strategy director, Bridge Housing solutions
Natasha Roberts
Natasha Roberts, Director of operations, Women's Pioneer Housing
Altin Smajli
Altin Smajli, Director of housing policy, Richmond and Wandsworth Council