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Richard Blakeway reappointed as Ombudsman

15 August 2022

Minister reappoints Richard Blakeway as the Housing Ombudsman for three years.

Photograph of the Housing Ombudsman Richard Blakeway

On behalf of the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, Eddie Hughes MP, the Minister for Rough Sleeping and Housing, has reappointed Richard Blakeway as the Housing Ombudsman for three years. The reappointment starts on 1 September 2022 and will end on 31 August 2025.

Richard was first appointed to the role in September 2019. He has extensive experience in the housing sector and currently chairs the Ombudsman Association.

For further information on Richard’s background and experience see our leadership team page.