Law or policy

Awaab's Law

23 stories · discussed at 25 council meetings · 17 councils

Councils are currently focusing on compliance with Awaab's Law, which mandates social landlords to address damp and mould, and preparing for its second phase.

Barnet Group was flagged for significant damp and mould issues and non-compliance with Awaab's Law timescales in September 2026, an internal audit report to the Governance, Audit, Risk Management and Standards Committee said. Lewisham Council's Housing Select Committee discussed compliance with Awaab's Law Phase 1 and preparations for Phase 2 in September 2026, while Lambeth Council reviewed its progress in July 2026.

Haringey Council approved an updated Damp and Mould Policy in January 2026, incorporating Awaab's Law requirements for social landlords to investigate and fix hazards within set timeframes. Enfield Council allocated an additional £1.5 million for housing repairs in November 2025 in response to the law. Hammersmith and Fulham Council established an in-house damp and mould team in December 2025 to ensure compliance.

Awaab's Law, legislation requiring social landlords to address damp and mould and other hazards within fixed timeframes, became effective for damp and mould issues on October 27, 2025. Phase 2, extending requirements to other housing hazards, is set to begin in October 2026. Tower Hamlets Council is scheduled to discuss this topic at its Council meeting on October 7, 2026.

Key facts

  1. Barnet Group was flagged for non-compliance with Awaab's Law timescales in September 2026. Source
  2. Awaab's Law Phase 1 became effective on October 27, 2025. Source 1 Source 2 Source 3
  3. Awaab's Law Phase 2 extends requirements to other housing hazards from October 2026. Source
  4. Enfield Council allocated an additional £1.5 million for housing repairs in response to Awaab's Law in November 2025. Source
  5. Haringey Council approved an updated Damp and Mould Policy incorporating Awaab's Law in January 2026. Source
About this summary

This summary was written automatically from our published stories and the council meeting records they draw on. It describes what councils have discussed and decided; it does not take a view on any decision. Each key fact links to the story it comes from. Updated 30 September 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.

Stories, page 2

  1. Croydon Council Approves £572m Six-Year Investment Plan for Housing Stock Improvements Croydon Council has approved a £572 million investment plan for its Housing Revenue Account (HRA) over the next six years, aiming to improve the condition, safety, and... Croydon 1 March 2026
  2. Haringey Council Approves Updated Damp and Mould Policy for Tenants Haringey Council has approved an updated Damp and Mould Policy for its tenants, aiming to provide a clear and transparent framework for addressing these issues in council-owned... Haringey 24 January 2026
  3. Islington Council Nears Implementation of Awaab's Law for Social Housing Safety Islington Council is nearing the implementation of Awaab's Law, a significant piece of legislation aimed at improving housing safety and standards for social housing tenants.... Islington 10 January 2026
  4. H&F Housing Responds to Awaab's Law with Damp & Mould Team, Reports High Compliance with Decent Homes Standard Hammersmith and Fulham Council is strengthening its commitment to resident safety by establishing an in-house damp and mould team within its housing department, as part of its... Hammersmith and Fulham 2 December 2025
  5. Haringey Extends Mobile Workforce Contract for £202K Haringey Council is set to extend its contract with Total Mobile Limited for mobile workforce management technology for an additional 11 months at a cost of £202,028. The... Haringey 1 December 2025
  6. Haringey Council to Review HMO Licensing After Guardian Report Haringey Council is set to review its licensing of Homes in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) following a report in The Guardian newspaper. The decision was made at a Full Council... Haringey 28 November 2025
  7. Enfield Council Faces £63M Budget Gap by 2030 Amidst Rising Social Care Demands and Funding Uncertainty Enfield Council is projecting a significant budget shortfall of £63.4 million by the period spanning 2026/27 to 2029/30, according to a recent financial update presented to the... Enfield 23 November 2025
  8. Enfield Council Allocates £1.5M for Housing Repairs in Response to Awaab's Law, Faces Overall Financial Challenges Enfield Council is set to allocate an additional £1.5 million to address housing repairs, primarily in response to Awaab's Law. The decision was revealed during the Overview &... Enfield 23 November 2025