Awaab’s Law, Damp and Mould, and What Surveyors Now Need to Record in Social Housing and PRS Inspections

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Awaab’s Law Implementation: Surveying Damp, Mould and Housing Hazards in 2026 Rental Properties

The tragic death of two-year-old Awaab Ishak in 2020 from prolonged exposure to mould in his family's social housing flat sparked a fundamental shift in UK housing legislation. As of 2026, Awaab's Law Implementation: Surveying Damp, Mould and Housing Hazards in 2026 Rental Properties represents one of the most significant regulatory changes in decades, transforming […]




