Written Question·Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government·UIN 40971

Housing: Older People

Tabled: 24 March 2025
Answered: 1 April 2025

Question

James McMurdock

Independent — South Basildon and East Thurrock

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether she has considered setting targets for the development of retirement housing within her new homes target.

Answer

Matthew Pennycook
The government is committed to helping older people to live independently at home for as long as possible.The National Planning Policy Framework makes clear that local planning authorities should assess the size, types and tenure of housing needed for dif...
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