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Landlords must address excess heat issues under new rules after boy’s death

Awaab’s Law puts the onus on landlords to respond to all types of emergency hazards within 24 hours

The Independent UK · Jul 13

London has worst problem of damp in social homes in England, MPs warn in damning report

They also highlighted problems of overcrowding in housing in the capital

Evening Standard · Feb 9

Crackdown on rogue landlords renting out mouldy and unsafe homes to be expanded across London boroughs

A pilot scheme in Camden, to force landlords to improve properties in dismal conditions, is being rolled out to Barnet, Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, Waltham Forest, Havering, Lewisham, Tower Hamlets and Enfield

Evening Standard · Dec 21, 2025

Awaab’s Law: What to know as landlords issued warning over damp and mould

Campaigners are calling for new tougher requirements on fixing reported hazards to be applied urgently to the private rented sector

The Independent UK · Oct 26, 2025

Awaab’s Law will force landlords to respond to damp and mould complaints within 24 hours – your rights as a renter and landlord explained

The law was introduced after a toddler tragically passed away as a result of mould exposure

Ideal Home · Oct 25, 2025

How new renters’ rights could drive landlords out of the market

The UK’s rental market has changed dramatically over recent decades, with the proportion of renters doubling to 30% since 2000. Over the same period, housing costs have increased far faster than wages.

The Conversation · Oct 24, 2025

Housing ombudsman for England warns of ‘simmering anger’ over living conditions

Richard Blakeway says 474% increase in complaints to his office in last five years points to risk of ‘social disquiet’

The Guardian - UK · May 28, 2025

Stricter plans to make landlords fix mould and damp in social housing revealed

PLANS to make it easier for social housing tenants to have damp and mould in their homes fixed have been unveiled ...

The National (Scotland) · Mar 18, 2025

The simple trick that could rid your house of mould

Quick hack might transform your living arrangement

The Independent UK · Feb 18, 2025

What is mould? Landlords to face new laws

Following the death of two-year-old Awaab Ishak, new legislation aims to combat mould and damp issues in homes, protecting the most vulnerable

Evening Standard · Feb 10, 2025