Only a £3 rent convergence premium can restore housing associations’ financial capacity quickly enough

By Paul Hackett 2025-09-01T06:00:00

As the government’s consultation on how to re-introduce the policy closes, Paul Hackett makes the case for a higher ceiling on rent increases.

From the outside looking in, it would be easy to think there is little rhyme or reason to housing association rents. In part that’s down to the plethora of rental products on offer – a legacy of various national and regional affordable homes programmes. But it’s also down to inconsistencies in our core rental product, social rent.

Login or Register for free to continue reading Housing Today

To continue enjoying housingtoday.co.uk, REGISTER FOR FREE

Already registered? Login here

Stay at the forefront of thought leadership with news and analysis from award-winning journalists. Sign up below to receive:

Breaking industry news as it happens
Gain access to Housing Today’s Specialist CPD modules
Expert News and analysis

It takes less than one minute….

Join the Housing Today community - REGISTER TODAY

… or subscribe for full access - Subscribe now