Posted 28.10.16
Age UK: Article link
An Age UK report has revealed the reality of life for people over 65 at the bottom of the private rented sector. The report is based on frequent calls to the Charity's advice line about problems with privately rented accommodation, which included:
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Posted 07.10.16
Winckworth Sherwood: Survey link
Winkworth Sherwood, in conjunction with the Housing LIN, have produced a brief survey to understand the opinions of key players in the specialist housing and care market.
They are inviting anyone interested to spend two minutes completing the survey (accessed via the above link).
From the results Winkworth Sherwood will compile a report summarising the themes which will be provided to all participants to the survey.
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Posted 07.10.16
Winckworth Sherwood: Article link
The Government needs to shift its housing obsession away from first-time to later life buyers and occupiers, says delegates at a conference held by housing law firm Winckworth Sherwood.
Delegates from housing associations, housing charities, social care providers and local authorities attended the third annual Housing for Older People conference.
A survey of delegates found that 60% agreed that the Government's focus on first time buyers is misplaced and that it should be largely on the later life housing.