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Hoarding is a disorder that is very different to collecting, it is where someone acquires or collects an excessive number of items and stores them in a chaotic manner. The disorder is a serious concern, it causes distress to the individual and those around them, there can also be health and safety implications.
If you are concerned about your safety or the safety of someone else, you must contact the police on 999 if it an emergency or 101 for a non-emergency.
Let us know by completing this e-form. Tell us if the incident has a report number and where possible the officer’s name so that we are aware of this problem and can work with the police if required.
More information
You can find out more about hoarding via the links below:
- NHS information on hoarding disorder
- London Fire Brigade offers tips for hoarders
- Help for Hoarders - information and resources about hoarding
- Hoarding UK – an organisation committed to helping hoarders overcome their disorder and ensuring professionals offer appropriate and effective care
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View the anti-social behaviour toolkit
or you can return to the Housing tenants - anti-social behaviour advice page.