The Regulator of Social Housing (RSH) has announced a significant leadership change as Kate Dodsworth assumes the role of Deputy Chief Executive from 1 June 2026. This appointment follows the recent promotion of Jonathan Walters to Chief Executive and marks a continuation of Dodsworth’s influential role within the organisation.

Kate Dodsworth’s New Role

Kate Dodsworth’s elevation to Deputy Chief Executive reflects her ongoing commitment and contribution to the Regulator of Social Housing. Since joining RSH in July 2021 as Chief of Regulatory Engagement, she has played a pivotal role in ensuring effective regulation, particularly through the introduction of revised consumer standards. Her new title formalises her expanded leadership responsibilities while retaining her existing duties.

Leadership and Strategic Development

In her capacity as Deputy Chief Executive, Dodsworth will continue to lead the Regulatory Engagement directorate. She will be instrumental in shaping the regulator’s overall strategy, driving business improvement, and ensuring that regulatory approaches evolve to meet the sector’s needs. Her leadership is expected to support the regulator’s mission to maintain robust oversight of social housing providers and protect consumer interests.

Context of the Appointment

This leadership change comes shortly after Jonathan Walters’s promotion to Chief Executive, signalling a period of strategic renewal within the Regulator of Social Housing. Dodsworth’s appointment ensures continuity in regulatory engagement and reinforces the regulator’s focus on effective governance and consumer protection within the social housing sector.

What this means for landlords

For landlords and agents operating within the social housing sector, Kate Dodsworth’s appointment as Deputy Chief Executive signals a steady hand in regulatory oversight. Her ongoing leadership in regulatory engagement and strategy development suggests a continued emphasis on clear, effective standards and a commitment to evolving regulatory frameworks that support both providers and tenants.

Landlords can expect the regulator to maintain its focus on consumer standards and business improvement, which may influence compliance expectations and operational practices across the sector.

Source: Based on reporting from Regulator of Social Housing

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