Decision details

The Executive considered a report in respect of the Social Housing (Regulation) Act 2023, which introduced wide ranging changes to the provision and management of social housing.

It was RESOLVED:

1.          That the work being undertaken by the Council to prepare for the adoption of the Social Housing (Regulation) Act 2023, and its implementation through the Regulator of Social Housing and the new Consumer Standards and the Housing Ombudsmen, be noted.

2.          That the Housing Consumer Standards Action Plan, as set out in Appendix 1 to the report, be approved.

3.          That a new Member-led Executive Housing Working Group be established, to oversee the delivery of the Housing Consumer Standards Action Plan.

Reason for Decision:  As contained in report.

Other Options considered:  As contained in report.