Housing First: Building the foundations for health, stability and growth

25 Jun 2026
Greater Manchester Combined Authority Theatre - Charter 1
Greater Manchester Combined Authority Theatre - delegate only - Charter 1

Housing First is part of the Greater Manchester Combined Authority’s pioneering approach to delivering public services and tackling the problems that are hampering wellbeing and economic growth. It is based on the philosophy that good health, good education, and good jobs cannot come without a good, permanent home. This panel will explore how Housing First is reshaping public services across the city region, reducing pressures on crisis systems, and demonstrating the long‑term social and economic benefits of a home‑led approach.

Chair
Alex Notay
Alex Notay, Chief executive officer, The Housing Forum
Speakers
Paul Dennett
Paul Dennett, Deputy mayor, GMCA
Charlie Norman
Charlie Norman, Chief executive, Mosscare St Vincent’s
Caroline Simpson
Caroline Simpson, Chief executive, Greater Manchester Combined Authority
Cllr Gavin White
Cllr Gavin White, Executive member for housing and development, Manchester