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Ex-Offender Support: Housing, Work and a Fresh Start

Support services for people rebuilding their lives.

Ex-Offender Support: Housing, Work and a Fresh Start DSS Housing & Benefit-Friendly Rentals

Updated October 2026 · Fraser Bond

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Support after a conviction

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In short: Rebuilding after a conviction usually means sorting housing and work together. Probation services, councils and charities can help with housing, while employment support schemes and charities help with training and jobs. Know the disclosure rules: spent convictions usually don't need to be disclosed to landlords or most employers. For a detailed renting guide, see our article on renting with a criminal record.

Frequently asked questions

Who helps ex-offenders find housing?

Probation, councils and specialist charities.

Do I need to disclose spent convictions?

Usually not.

Does Fraser Bond accept applicants with records?

We consider every application individually.

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