Regenerate South ACTION GROUP CHAIRS
WE CATCH UP WITH OUR ACTION GROUPS CHAIRS TO TALK STRATEGIC DIRECTION IN 2026
Housing Action Group
Housing Work Group - Our focus for 2026
As we move firmly into 2026, there’s certainly plenty to consider given the continuing changes in our regulatory and policy environment while the challenges around housing in our region remain pressing. Building on efforts last year, we’ll be focusing our attention on several specific topics over the coming months. Given our region’s demographic trends, it’s vital we’re able to meet the housing needs of older people in future. As a result, we’ll be looking to explore this area further, exploring the challenges and opportunities as well as considering the need for potential reforms. When considering specific groups, we received a thought-provoking presentation from health sector colleagues last year on the implications of the current housing market for key workers. Some of the statistics shared were troubling and as a result, the group acknowledged the need for change and future targeted policy initiatives. For this reason, we’ll be continuing our support for key worker housing through 2026. In our ‘call for housing change’ report, we highlighted the need for improved sector skills regionally, ensuring we’ve a workforce fit for the future. This recommendation was one for us to tackle collectively, so in the coming months we’ll be considering our workforce pipeline while looking to strengthen relationships with our educational institutions. Given the Government’s devolution agenda, we’ll also be considering the changes in our local government landscape. In particular, we’ll see the launch of the new Hampshire & Solent Combined Authority in coming months - we’ll be looking to understand what this new structure means for housing and development, the likely opportunities it presents while building links with its team. More broadly, we’ll continue to advocate for greater housing market stability and steps that help stimulate greater delivery. On a final note, it’s vital the Housing Working Group has a broad representation of organisations involved, so we’re keen to see increased SME involvement. If you’re one of those reading this and you’re interested, we’d welcome hearing from you. Download the ‘Call for Housing Change’ paper on the Business South website > HERE
MARK PERRY CEO, VIVID HOUSING ACTION GROUP
SPRING / 2026
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