We Need To Avoid “Quick Fixes” For Mould Solutions As Awaab’s Law Comes Into Force
31/10/2025
Stuart Smith,
Two-year-old Awaab Ishak died in 2020 as a result of a respiratory condition caused by exposure to mould at the family’s Rochdale home. The inquest heard his father had repeatedly raised the issue yet no action was taken..
The Manchester North senior coroner concluded that ventilation in the one-bedroom flat was not effective, and the tragedy resulted in calls for stricter legislation to ensure social landlords keep properties free from serious hazards – including, but not limited to, damp and mould, and to ensure fit for human habitation. Awaab’s Law, which introduces important changes for social housing landlords, setting clear responsibilities and strict timescales for maintaining tenant health and safety has now come into force.
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