A COUNCIL has suspended its face-to-face homeless prevention service following the coronavirus outbreak.

Denbighshire County Council said the measure will enable its homeless prevention officers to continue to provide services over the coming weeks and months.

Members of the public who need to use the service are being advised to contact the homeless prevention team or their dedicated officer by telephone.

It comes as the council said it plans to reduce its social care visits to “essential only” circumstances, with face-to-face appointments replaced by “telephone well-being checks”.

A council spokesperson said: “Due to the coronavirus outbreak Denbighshire County Council will be suspending its face-to-face homeless prevention service at the Ask Centre, Water Street, Rhyl, from March 17.

“The move will allow members of the team to continue to provide services during the delay phase of the outbreak with residents needing support able to call 01824 712936.”

The lines are open between 8.30am and 5pm from Monday to Thursday, and 8.30am to 4.30pm on Fridays.