The overall aim of the study is to provide a comprehensive analysis of the current situation, including key stakeholder and temporary accommodation resident perspectives, to inform future policy development. This interim report details emerging findings from the initial stages of the study, these being: a review of existing research and literature; qualitative interview with 16 expert key informants; and analysis of national statistics on TA type and usage. More specifically, this study aims to provide a detailed understanding of the nature, purpose, and use of TA across Scotland, by exploring the following: 1) the definition of temporary accommodation in Scotland; 2) the intended purpose/function of temporary accommodation; 3) the types of temporary accommodation are currently used in Scotland; 4) the quality and appropriateness of temporary accommodation in Scotland; 5) the costs of temporary accommodation in Scotland; and 6) the experience, at individual household level, in terms of length and patterns of use of temporary accommodation.