The Big Freeze: Emergency provision for rough sleepers triggered in Peterborough
As the first big freeze of the season continues for Peterborough, emergency provision for rough sleepers has been triggered in the city in a bid to keep them safe.
Peterborough City Council has activated the Severe Weather Emergency Provision (SWEP), which means emergency accommodation is open to any rough sleepers in the city.
SWEP is set to be in place until at least Saturday.
A spokesperson for the council said: “Due to the predicted drop in temperatures, emergency accommodation opens today to verified rough sleepers until the morning of Saturday 22 November 2025, but will be reviewed daily.
“If you're rough sleeping or have found someone rough sleeping, please call 01733 864064 (01733 864153 after 6pm).
“People rough sleeping without access to a phone can go to the New Haven in Towler Street who will contact the council's Housing Needs Team for you.
“Our outreach team will continue to look for and reach out to rough sleepers at various times of the day and night.
“You can also let us know about rough sleepers here: https://www.streetlink.org.uk/”