12th November 2026
John Verge, Chief Executive at Golden Lane Housing, is helping to shape discussions about the future of supported housing through his role on the Supported Housing Advisory Panel.
The panel brings together people with lived experience of supported housing, representatives from housing providers and charities, and local authority representatives. Established under the Supported Housing (Regulatory Oversight) Act 2023, its role is to provide information and advice on issues affecting supported housing.
Its first published advice, released on 23 October 2026, contains 31 recommendations across three key areas:
- Enhancing residents’ voices: ensuring people with lived experience are involved in decisions and discussions about supported housing and that their views help shape future approaches.
- Licensing and quality: supporting the development of consistent standards and approaches to improve the quality of accommodation and support.
- Supply and access: addressing barriers to the development of suitable supported housing and ensuring local needs are understood and met.
The advice highlights the importance of a high-quality supported housing sector in supporting people’s wellbeing, independence, and opportunities to live fulfilling lives in their communities. It also recognises the need for collaboration between housing providers, local authorities, charities and other organisations to ensure supported housing is planned and delivered effectively.
John Verge, Chief Executive of Golden Lane Housing, said:
“Supported housing plays a vital role in enabling people to live the lives they choose, with greater independence, security and the right support around them. For many people, having a home that meets their needs is fundamental to their wellbeing, opportunities and sense of belonging.
“It’s important that the experiences and voices of the people who live in supported housing remain central to discussions about its future, and that we continue to recognise the value that good-quality supported housing brings to individuals and communities.”
The publication is an important step in the panel’s ongoing work to consider how supported housing can continue to meet the needs of the people who rely on it.
At Golden Lane Housing, we’re proud to be part of conversations that help raise awareness of the value of supported housing and the difference it makes to people’s lives.
Read the Supported Housing Advisory Panel’s first advice: Read the publication.