The English Housing Survey indicates a significant increase in housing issues, particularly damp and mould, with 5% of homes affected in 2023—the highest rate in five years. While energy efficiency is improving, with more homes rated C or higher, nearly 7% of local authority properties face serious condensation issues, endangering residents' health. Concerns over these living conditions have prompted calls for immediate government intervention to enhance building policies and ensure homes provide adequate ventilation and a healthy living environment for all individuals.
According to the English Housing Survey, 5% of homes in England had a problem with damp in 2023 - the highest rate recorded in the past five years.
Everyone deserves a safe, healthy, and energy-efficient home... It is crucial to equip homes with proper ventilation, ensuring people are at the heart of building policy.
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