The government the week, published its new damp and mould guidance for landlords in the wake of two-year-old Awaab Ishak’s death.
The new guidance aims to address the concerns and actions outlined by senior coroner Joanne Kearsley’s ‘prevention of future deaths’ report following the inquest into Awaab’s death.
The guidance came with advice on how to identify and reduce the risk of damp and mould developing in people’s homes and a warning from housing minister Rachel Maclean that they will be held to account if they do not take the issue seriously.
She said: “This unambiguous package leaves no room for excuses – and sets out the clear expectation that landlords must respond swiftly when dealing with damp and mould, to ensure renters can live in safe and decent housing, as is their absolute right.”
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/damp-and-mould-understanding-and-addressing-the-health-risks-for-rented-housing-providers
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