Recent amendments to the Supported Housing Regulatory Oversight Bill focus on improving #SupportedHousing. Key changes include universal local licensing across England, resident needs assessments for tailored support, and updated statutory consultees list. uksupportedhousing.com/news/recent-am…

The London Assembly Housing Committee recently released a report on exempt accommodation in London, highlighting concerns about quality & regulation. The report makes 19 recommendations. #SupportedHousing #LondonHousing uksupportedhousing.com/news/improving…

The Supported Housing (Regulatory Oversight) Bill has now become an Act after receiving Royal Assent on 29 June 2023. uksupportedhousing.com/news/supported…

Supported Housing (Regulatory Oversight) Act 2023 comes into force on 29 August 2023. The Government plans to consult as soon as possible after this date. For full details, see our KnowledgeBank entry on the Act #SupportedHousingAct2023 uksupportedhousing.com/knowledgebank/…

The interaction between #UC & #HB in SH has long posed challenges. Good to see DWP acknowledging the issue & investing in pilots to support 18-24 y/o in commissioned SH transitioning to work. Much-needed data to guide future policy! #UKSHInsights questions-statements.parliament.uk/written-questi…

#TheCharityCommission for England and Wales has published a blog post on 20/11/23 that discusses the risks associated with the provision of #supportedhousing via the lease-based model alongside the benefits in appropriate circumstances. uksupportedhousing.com/news/charity-c…

Snap election delays progress on #SupportedHousing regulatory oversight as #RentersReform Bill shelved. Providers need to engage councils, meet standards & focus on support while awaiting national reforms. #SupportedHousingAct2023 uksupportedhousing.com/news/supported…

Progress on Supported Housing (Regulatory Oversight) Act 2023 stalls, delays in consultation and uncertainty for providers. LAs prematurely imposing requirements, adding to the confusion. The appointment of Minister Rushanara Ali is worth reporting. uksupportedhousing.com/news/slow-prog…

MPs warn of #SHIP funding gap from March 2025, possibly before new burdens funding under Supported Housing Act 2023. Risk to council enforcement & staff retention. Continuity crucial. #SupportedHousing uksupportedhousing.com/knowledgebank/…

The Government will consult the supported housing sector in the New Year to raise standards, tackle exploitation, and implement licensing. Residents, providers, and authorities are encouraged to share their views. uksupportedhousing.com/news/governmen… #UKSuppHousing

With consultations set for early 2025 delays in implementing the Supported Housing Act (RO) 2023 in England are fuelling concerns over vulnerable residents, rogue operators, and wasted public funds. #supportedhousing uksupportedhousing.com/news/update-on…

Wolverhampton landlords get suspended jail sentences for illegal eviction of vulnerable resident and falsely trying to charge for support services that were never delivered. #ExemptAccommodation uksupportedhousing.com/news/illegal-e…

On 20 Feb 2025 the Govt will launch a consultation on supported housing reforms in England, including national standards & local licensing. Have your say. #SupportedHousing uksupportedhousing.com/news/13-feb-20…

The UK Government is consulting on major changes to supported housing regulation, including a national licensing scheme & new standards. Key issues: oversight, exemptions & Housing Benefit reforms. Have your say by 15 May 2025! #UKSupportedHousing uksupportedhousing.com/news/supported…

New #RSH report on lease-based SSH voices concerns about risk imbalances between RPs and freeholders. Few RPs delivering at scale meet standards. Report highlights governance, financial vulnerabilities & sustainability challenges. #UKSH #SSH uksupportedhousing.com/news/rsh-repor…

10 Jul 2025: Minister Rushanara Ali updates on Supported Housing (Regulatory Oversight) Act 2023. Licensing redrawn after ~600 responses; national standards & HB guidance next; safeguarding central. Govt response post-recess, draft regs early 2026. uksupportedhousing.com/news/ministeri…