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Housing: Older People

Asked by Vikki SladeLiberal DemocratMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled Answered 2 September 2025UIN 69129

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether she plans to consider the housing needs of older people in the development of her long-term housing strategy.

Answered by Matthew Pennycook

The government is committed to enhancing provision and choice for older people in the housing market and we will continue to consider this issue as we develop our long-term housing strategy.

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