Awaab's Law & Rights
What landlords are legally required to do about damp and mould, and how to escalate if they don't.
Awaab’s Law Explained: What It Means and Who It Covers Right Now
Awaab’s Law sets legal deadlines for social landlords to fix damp and mould. Here’s exactly what’s in force today, and what’s still to come.
Private Tenant Rights: What to Do If Your Landlord Won’t Fix Damp
Awaab’s Law doesn’t yet cover private renters, but you still have legal rights if your landlord ignores a damp or mould problem.
Landlord Obligations for Damp and Mould: HHSRS Explained
The Housing Health and Safety Rating System is how councils formally assess whether damp and mould in a rented home counts as a serious hazard.
Awaab’s Law in Scotland and Wales: How the Rules Differ From England
Scotland and Wales are taking different approaches to Awaab’s-Law-style protections. Here’s the position in each nation, verified against primary sources.
Damp and Mould in Shared Ownership and Housing Association Homes: Where You Stand
Shared ownership sits between owning and renting, which confuses a lot of people about who’s responsible for fixing damp. Here’s how it usually breaks down.