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England needs to ensure its homes are fit for an ageing population.
Great to see @annadixonmp.bsky.social mention Forward Planning, my report for @thefabians.bsky.social, in her excellent @labourlist.bsky.social piece.
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“When you start chasing the problem of bad data, you inevitably end up face to face with the issue of how we fund politics”
Clarity around political gifts and donations is valuable - but not enough, write Alex Parsons and Julia Cushion from @mysociety.bsky.social
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📢 New Year Conference: Renewing Britain
We're pleased to announce that @matthewpennycookmp.bsky.social, Minister for Housing and Planning will be joining us at the Fabian Society New Year Conference!
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📢 New Year Conference: Renewing Britain
Joining us in January for the Fabian Society New Year Conference - Minister for Social Security and Disability, @stephenctimms!
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📢 New Year Conference: Renewing Britain
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As we kick off a huge political year, hear from senior ministers, and leading progressive voices as we come together to share ideas, set out our vision, and discuss how – together – we can renew Britain.
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One of the biggest events in the political calendar returns in 2026.
New Year Conference: Renewing Britain.
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📢 New Year Conference: Renewing Britain
We’re delighted to announce @lucympowell.bsky.social, Deputy Leader of the Labour Party, as the first keynote speaker for the 2026 Fabian Society New Year Conference!
“Healthy public debate requires a mainstream left that is prepared to stand up for its principles.”
The government should reverse its proscription of Palestine Action and set out to cultivate lively, informed debate, writes @iggywood.bsky.social
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🔗 To find out more about how we can ensure older people live in good quality homes, follow the link below.
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Ben Cooper, Head of the Fabian House Centre, said:
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🔧 Improve access to high-quality and trusted advice for housing repairs, improvements and adaptations.
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🎯 Establish a national target for wheelchair accessible properties, in partnership with the housing sector.
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🏗️ All new homes should meet the accessible and adaptable standard.
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📝 With the government expected to release a housing strategy in the coming months, there’s an opportunity to deliver a bold vision of ageing better.
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🌍 Regional inequality is stark: Yorkshire has half the proportion of homes with basic accessibility features compared to London.
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🚫 Older homeowners are far more likely to live in poor quality and inaccessible housing than their younger counterparts.
Only 8 per cent of older owner-occupied homes have four basic accessibility features.
📈 England’s population is ageing, with the number of people 55 and over in England set to grow by five million. This will reshape what people expect and need in a home.
Right now, 1.9 million owner occupiers aged 55 or over living in a non-decent home.
🏡 How do we improve ageing at home?
In “Forward Planning” @bencooper1995.bsky.social sets out how to ensure homes are decent and accessible for an ageing society.
Great event this evening with @labourcid.bsky.social to discuss our @thefabians.bsky.social edited collection on the future of international development.
Great to hear from some of the fantastic contributors including @anneliesedoddsmp.bsky.social, @jeevunsandher.bsky.social and David Miliband
