Jonathan Walters appointed CEO at Regulator of Social Housing

Housing Secretary Steve Reed said: “I would like to thank Fiona MacGregor for her years of leadership in driving up the quality of social homes and holding social landlords to account.”

Reed added: “I warmly welcome Jonathan Walters’ appointment. I know his invaluable expertise will help us to deliver the biggest increase in social and affordable housing in a generation and ensure that social landlords are providing safe, decent and high-quality homes.”

Crucial time

Bernadette Conroy, chair of the Regulator of Social Housing, explained: “I’m delighted that the Secretary of State has approved the appointment of Jonathan Walters as CEO. This news comes at a crucial time for the social housing sector. Set against a backdrop of global uncertainty, the country needs a step change in the delivery of new homes and an improvement in the quality of existing homes and services.”

Conroy added: “Jonathan’s many years of experience mean that he’s well placed to lead the Regulator of Social Housing as it changes to further develop its role at the centre of the social housing sector.”

In addition, Conroy commented: “On behalf of the Board, I would also like to take this opportunity to thank Fiona MacGregor for the huge contribution she has made as CEO, leading the Regulator of Social Housing through the expansion of its consumer remit. She leaves the regulator in a good position to tackle the new challenges it faces.”

Driving improvements

Speaking about his new appointment, Jonathan Walters said: “Having more and better social homes is vital for people and the wider economy. Regulation is central to making that happen, driving landlords to improve their homes and services and building as many high-quality social homes as they can.”

Further, Walters observed: “I also want to see new models and new ideas coming forward that will ensure the delivery of high-quality social homes from landlords that have a long-term sustainable commitment to social housing in England.”

In conclusion, Walter stated: “The social housing sector continues to face economic challenges. It will need to change and develop and so will the Regulator of Social Housing if it’s going to play a full role in this exciting agenda. I look forward to leading the regulator to take on these challenges.”