Consultations
Government consultations are constantly monitored by the team and we also respond to many consultations on behalf of our Members. Feedback from Members is invaluable in this process.
If you would like to comment on any of the consultations please email the relevant contact.
October 2011
Housing Benefit Reform - Supported Housing
The DWP consultation on Housing Benefit Reform - Supported Housing proposes to re-design the way in which Housing Benefit helps with the higher rents sometimes faced by those needing support to live independently, such as the elderly or those with disabilities. The proposals are likely to have implications for providers of supported housing such as hostels and sheltered housing as well as housing which has been specially built, acquired or adapted for those with specific housing needs. Whilst the proposals appear to give a degree of protection to Registered Providers, we think it is too early to tell what the implications will be, particularly for those working with managing agents.
The draft NHC response provides views on all 16 questions, informed by feedback from three consultation discussion groups, attended by Registered Providers, Third Sector Providers, Strategic Housing Leads, Local Commissioners and Housing Benefit Officers.
To view the following documents please click on the relevant title:
Full DWP consultation document.
A DWP presentation on the reforms.
If you do have further views or comments please contact Sarah Taylor, Policy Services Manager on 0191 5661029 or email sarah.taylor@northern-consortium.org.uk by Friday 30th September. The deadline for the consultation is 9th October.