Written Question·Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government·UIN 86158
Housing: Older People
Tabled: 28 October 2025
Answered: 5 November 2025
Question
James McMurdock
Independent — South Basildon and East Thurrock
To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether he plans to introduce (a) financial incentives and (b) stamp duty reliefs for older homeowners wishing to move to more suitable housing.
Answer
Matthew PennycookThe 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.