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Millions of people are living in homes that are unsafe, but can’t afford or don’t know how to maintain their home as they age. We want people to have greater access to help and advice to improve their homes.

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Retailers failing to cater for the growing over 50s market

Many high street retailers are overlooking the growing over 50s market for easier to use homewares, appliances and fittings, new consumer research suggests.

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The missing market – how can we each better meet the needs of over 50s consumers?

This webinar launched our report, which explores how we can better meet the needs of older adults through inclusive design.

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'Levelling-up' without leaving people behind means improving our homes

The government’s aim for net zero emission is by 2050, but many local authorities are hoping to achieve this goal sooner. What both agree is that our homes are one of our biggest carbon contributors.

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Mistrust of tradespeople could be stopping some over 50s making vital home improvements

Almost a third of adults in their 50s and 60s say that they trust tradespeople ‘not very much’ or ‘not at all’, according to survey with Ipsos MORI.

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Half of over 50s who want home renovations are ‘unable to afford’ them

One in five 50-70 year olds say their main motivation for doing renovations is to make their home easier to live in.

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How can we cut our carbon emissions and make England’s homes fit for purpose?

The poor quality of England’s homes is a threat to our nation's health and our commitment to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. But while the government is slow to act, regional and smaller-scale initiatives are leading by example.

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How can we tackle the financial barriers that prevent us from improving our homes?

The Good Home Inquiry is examining how to address the differing finance needs, from funding small repairs and adaptations to comprehensive, whole house upgrades.

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Good homes for all – who pays?

A webinar hosted by the Good Home Inquiry, which explored how to overcome the financial challenges people experience when attempting to improve their homes.

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