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Planning is a key part of the solution to creating homes for everyone

Planning deregulation has been high on the political agenda in recent months. But whoever forms the next government must learn from recent experience to ensure that we are creating homes which meet the needs of our changing population.

Housing Made for Everyone (HoME): New coalition formed to tackle lack of suitable housing

The Housing Made for Everyone (HoME) coalition calls on the next government to make all new homes accessible and adaptable.

Putting older people at the heart of urban transformation

A new project has been exploring the experience of older people living in urban places.

A home for (later) life?

Building accessible and flexible homes isn't just about later life - it's about making sure our homes are fit for a lifetime of use.

Invitation to Tender: Inclusive products in the home: Understanding mainstream retail markets

We are commissioning phase one of a two phase project that aims to develop insight into the attitudes and understanding of retailers and consumers towards inclusive design.

How councils can provide better support for those moving home in later life

Report calls on councils to provide better support and information to help people to move home in later life.

Home truths: Housing options and advice for people in later life

This report demonstrates the need for understanding the local context and speaking to local communities when developing information and advice services.

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New figures reveal ongoing decent homes crisis for older people

New data from the English Housing Survey show a sharp increase in the number of older households, with too many still living in non-decent homes.

Home adaptations infographics

Home is where most people want to be in later life and 80% of homeowners aged 65 and over wish to stay where they are. Homes are important for health and wellbeing – home adaptations can delay a move into residential care by four years.