Starting October, landlords in England are required to investigate and rectify damp and mould issues in social housing within specific timeframes as part of the newly introduced 'Awaab's law.' This law comes in response to the tragic death of two-year-old Awaab Ishak due to mould exposure. Although immediate repairs for emergency hazards must be completed within 24 hours, the broader implementation timeline for other hazards like structural issues will not be finalized until 2026. Critics argue that these delays could jeopardize tenant health and safety.
Landlords will be forced to investigate and fix damp and mould in social housing in England within strict timescales from October, the government has announced. Campaigners called for these reforms after the tragic death of Awaab Ishak, highlighting the urgent need for regulatory changes in social housing safety.
Housing charity Shelter criticized the phased implementation of Awaab's law, stating that the delays pose significant risks to tenants' health and safety, emphasizing the importance of timely action against hazards.
Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner noted that the phased approach to the new regulations is intended to allow for effective initial testing and quicker protection against damp and mould.
The government emphasized that landlords must comply with the new regulations, or they risk court action and potential compensation payments, reinforcing the seriousness of tenant safety in social housing.
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