Florence Eshalomi acknowledged the importance of the debate and the issues raised by Simon Hoare and other MPs. She emphasised the Government's commitment to enhancing provisions and choice across the residential market, particularly for older people. Eshalomi recognised the challenges faced by elderly leaseholders and the need for management companies to address residents' concerns promptly. She highlighted the Government's plans to regulate managing agents, including the introduction of mandatory professional qualifications and a code of practice. Eshalomi also mentioned the need to strengthen consumer protection standards and the importance of considering the pre-legislative scrutiny report on the Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Bill. She committed to working with MPs to address the issues and improve the experiences of residents in retirement properties.