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Retirement Property Management Companies: Regulation

08 September 2026

Lead MP

Simon Hoare

Debate Type

Adjournment Debate

Tags

EconomyHousingStandards & Ethics
Other Contributors: 1

At a Glance

Simon Hoare raised concerns about retirement property management companies: regulation in the House of Commons. A government minister responded. Other MPs also contributed.

How the Debate Unfolded

MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said:

Lead Contributor

Opened the debate
Simon Hoare highlighted the issues faced by residents of retirement properties managed by Cognatum Estates, including lack of transparency, accountability, and effective communication. He cited numerous examples of constituents facing problems such as unaddressed complaints and financial irregularities. He emphasised the exploitation of elderly and vulnerable residents and called for better regulation and independent oversight of management companies. He also requested a thorough assessment of the effectiveness of the Association of Retirement Housing Managers and asked for updates on the Government's work on section 20 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985.

Government Response

EconomyHousingStandards & Ethics
Government Response
Florence Eshalomi congratulated Hoare and acknowledged the issues raised. She assured the House that the Government is committed to enhancing provisions and choice for older people's housing, including increasing the supply of homes and improving residents' experience. She highlighted the importance of good managing agents and the need to address poor and unscrupulous agents. She mentioned that the Government is considering Lord Best's report on regulating managing agents and plans to introduce a code of practice for residential property agents. She also committed to consulting on the introduction of qualifications for estate and letting agents next year. She promised to forward Hoare's concerns to the Housing Minister and to push for timely action on the section 20 consultation. She emphasised the emotional, physical, and mental impact on vulnerable residents and thanked all Members for engaging with the issue.
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