29/04/2026
Big win for Ealing residents today at the Ealing Citizens Pre-Election Accountability Assembly.
Candidates from the Conservative, Labour and Liberal Democrat parties have all publicly committed to support the Five Basics for Temporary Accommodation if elected in May.
This is a major step forward for families living in temporary accommodation — and proof that when residents organise, speak up and stand together, change happens.
The Five Basics are simple, fair and necessary:
✔️ Cooking facilities
✔️ Laundry access
✔️ Wi-Fi
✔️ Secure storage
✔️ Clear information
These are not luxuries. They are the minimum standards every family deserves for dignity, wellbeing and stability.
At the event, some of the residents in temporary accommodation who have been supported by GOS&D were present and bravely shared their lived experiences of life in TA, helping decision-makers hear directly from those most affected.
GOS&D also distributed information about our new Dignity in Temporary Accommodation project, supporting residents in Ealing and Hounslow to strengthen voice, shape policy and drive lasting change.
Today was about commitments. After the election, it must be about delivery. We will be holding all parties to their word.
