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Does the housing sector really listen to the voice of older people? - and why does it matter?

Posted 01.05.25
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This 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.

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