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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Emily Atkinson

Serious damp and mould found in thousands of council homes since toddler Awaab Ishak’s death

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“Notable” damp and mould has been found in thousands of council properties, prompting a watchdog to urge landlords to “act now.”

The Regulator of Social Housing’s (RSH) initial findings in its investigation into conditions in the sector come after the death of two-year-old Awaab Ishak, who was exposed to mould in a housing association flat.

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