Find out more about severe weather emergency shelter and when they are open.
We open a severe weather shelter when either:
The shelter is also known as SWEP (Severe Weather Emergency Protocols). When SWEP is triggered, the Street Outreach Service will be out on the streets of the city directing people to shelter.
SWEP provides shelter for all rough sleepers in the city. Venues are made available to meet demand.
We're always as flexible as possible and adapt to the needs of rough sleepers. We're dedicated to making sure vulnerable people on our streets are cared for, not just in extreme weather, but throughout the year.