New Housing LIN guest blog explores giving older people a stronger voice in housing decisions

This blog new Housing LIN guest blog explores the urgent need to amplify the voices of older people in housing policy and development, particularly in the South West of England.

It highlights how engagement remains inconsistent and insufficient to meet the evolving needs of an ageing population. The author, Tony Watts OBE, reflects on the erosion of national platforms for older people’s input, and makes a compelling case for better consultation, co-design, and local engagement.

He outlines practical recommendations from the Older People’s Housing Champions manifesto and calls for stronger partnerships between government, developers, and older communities. Read on to find out more about the solutions proposed!