Sector Risk Profile November 2025

Summary

Social landlords in the UK face increasing economic and operational risks, including high costs for safety remediation and new housing provision, while managing over 1.3 million people on waiting lists. The Regulator of Social Housing emphasizes that strong governance, robust data, and effective risk management are crucial for boards to make difficult decisions and ensure the safety and quality of existing and new social homes. The sector is currently challenged by non-compliance with safety standards and the need to meet upcoming regulatory changes, with ongoing regulatory inspections ensuring accountability.

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