Cold Weather SWEP Explained
SWEP stands for Severe Weather Emergency Protocol. It is based on the MET Office weather forecast.
Weather might be "severe" if:
- the temperature falls to zero degrees Celsius or below
- there is snow on the ground,
- it is a warmer night during a freezing spell
- the "feels like" temperature is zero or below
Cold weather SWEP in Oxford city (2023-24):
- SWEP will be activated by the city council if the above conditions are met
- St Mungo’s will co-ordinate access to SWEP allocating individuals to accommodation during the day
- St Mungo’s will ensure that all clients who access SWEP—if not already known—are offered a full assessment of their needs and support in order to be offered longer term solutions to their homelessness