HLINks Weekly: 16 February 2026

Welcome to this week’s edition of HLINks.

Before we dive in, we would like to say a big thank you for being part of our growing national network. Your insight, engagement and shared learning continue to shape the conversations driving better homes, ageing, health and care across the UK.

As always, we’re bringing together the latest policy updates, research, innovation and sector practice to support your work. In this edition, you’ll find:

• The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government has published new guidance for local authorities under the Supported Housing (Regulatory Oversight) Act 2023.

• An update on Homes England’s Social and Affordable Homes Programme (SAHP) 2026–2036, which opens for bidding on 24 February

• New findings from the Digital Telecare Readiness Report 2026, published by Appello in partnership with Housing LIN, highlighting a widening preparedness gap ahead of next year’s digital switchover

• A new Housing, Communities and Local Government Committee report examining Housing Conditions in the Social Rented Sector

• The Final Local Government Settlement for 2026/27 to 2028/29, published by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government

• Two new Housing LIN blogs following our recent Welsh Symposium: one exploring how architectural design can better support ageing and end-of-life care, and another examining how placemaking can tackle loneliness and strengthen community connections

And lots more!