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An introduction to Awaab’s Law The Hazards in Social Housing (Prescribed Requirements) (England) Regulations 2025, commonly referred to as Awaab’s Law, will introduce mandatory response times for social landlords to address and deal with hazards, including damp and mould. From October 2025, social landlords
must investigate potential emergency hazards within 24 hours of becoming aware of them – and potential days. They must then provide the tenant with a written summary of the of the investigation concluding. The legislation aims to ensure that
no resident is left living in unsafe or unhealthy conditions due to the types of hazards outlined in the housing health and safety rating system (HHSRS), including damp and mould.
The impact of damp and mould Damp and mould are common issues faced by residents, particularly in property in various ways, including ventilation, or rising damp in the not promptly addressed, they can lead to widespread damage to furnishings, surfaces and even the building’s structure. Damp also creates the ideal
environment for mould to grow. releases toxic spores and vapours into the air. These can be particularly harmful to vulnerable people, including children and those with immune systems.
A four-step approach Step 1: treat the underlying cause the root cause of the damp as without doing so, mould will return over time. with contractors to carry out a thorough investigation to determine the cause, which could be excess condensation, water ingress or structural faults.
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