{"id":789,"date":"2026-09-01T22:06:55","date_gmt":"2026-09-01T22:06:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/clients-dev.transformhousing.org.uk\/?page_id=789"},"modified":"2026-09-21T10:32:13","modified_gmt":"2026-09-21T10:32:13","slug":"damp-mould","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/clients-dev.transformhousing.org.uk\/?page_id=789","title":{"rendered":"Damp & Mould"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Damp, Mould and Awaab’s Law<\/h1>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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What is Awaab’s Law?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In December 2020 a two-year old child, named Awaab Ishak sadly died because of black mould in his rented home. Awaab\u2019s story brought national attention to how serious damp and mould can be to our health.

In February 2023, the Government announced \u2018Awaab’s Law\u2019, named after the little boy. The new law \u2013 which came into force from 27 October 2025<\/strong> \u2013 makes sure that landlords act quickly when damp or mould is reported. It aims to keep homes safe and healthy.

From now, if you are a Transform client and you spot damp or mould in your home, please report it as quickly as possible by completing this online form<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What has Transform done to comply with the new law?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At Transform, we fully support Awaab\u2019s Law. Before it came into force on 27 October 2025, we were already working hard to try to make sure your home is safe and free from damp and mould and we have implemented an action plan, including new processes, to make sure we are fully following the new law. 

For further advice on Awaab’s Law and how it relates to you as a social housing resident, please see the latest Government guidance here<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For contractors working on behalf of transform<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

If you are a contractor, working on behalf of Transform, you should have received a copy of this letter<\/a><\/strong> setting out your responsibilities under the new law. If you did not receive this letter with a letter on Transform’s new Contractor Code of Conduct, please contact Kevin Stephens at kstephens@transformhousing.org.uk<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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What is mould?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Mould is a fungus that can grow on windows, walls or behind furniture. It spreads quickly, can damage your home and can also affect your health so it\u2019s important to deal with it early.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What causes Damp and mould<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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