We disagree with the regulator’s assertion that intervening to shape the market - for example, to encourage providers to consolidate their stock in particular areas - would take the regulator beyond its duty to minimise interference. As we have stated elsewhere, we think it should reinterpret this duty, as its current interpretation has resulted in a regulator that is simply too passive.

We disagree with the regulator’s assertion that intervening to shape the market - for example, to encourage providers to consolidate their stock in particular areas - would take the regulator beyond its duty to minimise interference. As we have stated elsewhere, we think it should reinterpret this duty, as its current interpretation has resulted in a regulator that is simply too passive. Type: conclusion | Number: 47 | Paragraph: 185 | Response status: not_addressed Government response: The Regulator of Social Housing is independent of the Government and is alone responsible for the interpretation of its statutory duties. The Regulator must interpret and discharge its statutory duties in a way that is consistent with Parliament’s intention. The Department engages regularly with the