[Alice Morrey]

Hi Susan

We have been in contact with MHCLG and believe this to be the case, based on the information that the government have currently released on the matter and our conversations with them. So far, the important factor seems to be evidence – if the charity can show why they have come to the conclusion that the clerk is/isn’t exempt – the regulator should be satisfied. However, there is still more to come down the pipeline so it is a live issue – and we will continue to advocate for more proportional regulation suitable for almshouses.

I would be more than happy to talk through this further so please do get in touch with me via email at alicemorrey@almshouses.org or ring the office.

Kind regards,

Alice

[Alice Morrey]

Hi Jules

We can help – do get in touch with me on alicemorrey@almshouses.org and I can help you put together bespoke documents. There is also tabs on the website which include promotional material under ‘model policies…’,’fundraising’ and on the public pages for MP and councilors.

Kind regards,

Alice

[Alice Morrey]

Dear Ronnie

My name is Alice and I am the Policy Manager here at The Almshouse Association. Tina is quite correct – the renters’ rights act does not apply to almshouses. However, there is lots to unpick regarding the new act so I will make sure I include it in our next policy and governance update. Do please get in touch with me directly if you would like to discuss any policy matters further – I am always happy to help. Kind regards, Alice [alicemorrey@almshouses.org]

[Alice Morrey]

Hi Carolyn

Thank you for your message. We absolutely understand – and we are fighting so hard on your behalf. We are continuing to advocate on the behalf of so many charities like yourselves and will continue to press MHCLG to publish clarifications on the qualifications required. We have meetings set up in the coming weeks so will take your concerns to the team and will continue to work with the team to define micro charities and other ways to relieve the burden on charities like yourselves. If you would like to talk further, please do email me: alicemorrey@almshouses.org or call the office.

Kind regards
Alice
Policy & Engagement Manager (TAA)

[Alice Morrey]

Dear all

We are continuing to monitor for updates but the latest announcement in regards to qualifications can in a ministerial statement by Matthew Pennycook at the beginning of July (https://questions-statements.parliament.uk/written-statements/detail/2025-07-02/hcws771).

He said: ‘I am also confirming today that we will direct the Regulator of Social Housing (RSH) this autumn to set new standards for the Competence and Conduct of staff who work in social housing. The new requirements will improve professionalism within the sector, ensuring tenants receive a good service and are always listened to and treated with respect and dignity. The new Competence and Conduct Standard will come into force in October 2026. There will be a transition period after this date giving providers additional time to comply with qualification requirements for senior housing managers and executives. Larger registered providers that own 1,000 or more units of social housing will have three years, and smaller providers that own less than 1,000 units will have four years.’

We (TAA) are continuing to engage with MHCLG and are continuing to encourage Government to consider exemptions for trustees and micro charities. Please do get in touch if I (or any of the team) can be of any more help.

Kind regards,

Alice Morrey
Policy & Engagement Manager (TAA)

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