Question to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government:

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of changes to housing and planning regulations on (a) the Regulator of Social Housing and (b) the regulation of the social housing sector.

The government is committed to delivering the biggest increase in social and affordable housebuilding in a generation. We are also taking action to ensure that all social homes are safe, warm, and decent, and that tenants are treated with the respect they deserve.

This year, we will bring forward Awaab’s Law, consult on a new Decent Homes Standard, and ensure social housing staff have the right skills and experience to deliver quality homes and services.

The Regulator of Social Housing has expanded in recent years to reflect changes in the regulatory landscape that affects the social housing sector, including the introduction of a proactive consumer regulation regime in April 2024 following the passage of the Social Housing (Regulation) Act.

The government remains committed to ensuring it has the resources to deliver on its fundamental objectives. We will continue to engage closely with the Regulator of Social Housing as government continues to deliver on its commitments.