7.1 The government agrees with the Committee’s recommendation. Target implementation date: Summer 2026 7.2 A consultation on the implementation of measures in the Supported Housing (Regulatory Oversight) Act was published on 20 February 2025 and is open for 12 weeks. This sets out proposals on a locally led licensing regime for supported housing and the National Supported Housing Standards. The consultation also seeks views on potentially linking Housing Benefit to the licensing regime in England, to new or existing frameworks in Scotland and Wales and defining care, support and supervision in Housing Benefit regulations in England, Scotland and Wales. Following the consultation, the government will issue a response as soon as possible.