Minister confirms Blakeway will remain in post until at least next July
Richard Blakeway has been extended in his role as Housing Ombudsman.
First appointed to the role in September 2019, Blakeway has overseen the introduction of new powers under the Social Housing Regulation Act.
Housing secretary Angela Rayner has now an extension of Blakeway’s tenure until the end of July 2026.
It comes at a time of major change for the housing sector, with the Renters Rights Bill expected to become law this year, Awaab’s Law set to be introduced, and the Ombudsman potentially getting more powers.
Blakeway has previously served as deputy mayor of London for housing, chair of the Homes for London board and non-executive director of Homes England.
During eight years at the Greater London Authority, he was responsible for a major investment programme, overseeing the delivery of 100,000 affordable homes and regeneration plans for 670ha owned the authority.
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He has also worked in the No10 Policy Unit and served as an election observer in Ukraine and Somaliland.
Alongside building safety minister Alex Norris and Chartered Institute of Housing chief Gavin Smart, Blakeway is set to appear at Housing Today Live in October.
Housing Today Live at the Building the Future conference
Housing Today Live is back for its third year - as part of The Building the Future Conference - and its the biggest year yet.
Join us on 2 October 2025 at an all-new venue, 155 Bishopsgate, London, for a full-day of insightful discussions, exclusive content, unparalleled networking and new expo opportunities for exhibitors.
The Housing Today Live programme includes:
- Making best use of existing stock – allocations, vacancy chains, downsizing and reducing use of temporary accommodation
- Unlocking housing delivery: How do we deliver the government’s 1.5 million home goal and £39bn Affordable Homes Programme?
- Navigating the social housing regulatory landscape
Announced speakers include building safety minister Alex Norris, housing ombudsman Richard Blakeway, and Chartered Institute of Housing chief executive Gavin Smart.
Date: 2 October 2025
Location: 155 Bishopsgate, London
Secure your ticket and join us for this unmissable event, where the brightest minds in the industry come together to shape the future of the built environment.
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