NHF response to announcement on next steps for Awaab's Law

Responding to today's announcement by Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner on the implementation of Awaab's Law, Kate Henderson, Chief Executive of the National Housing Federation said:

"Social housing providers are committed to ensuring the failures that led to the tragic death of Awaab Ishak never happen again and that all homes are free from serious hazards.

"We are pleased the government has provided greater clarity on the implementation of Awaab's Law and we will work closely with them to ensure it delivers the best outcome for residents. As announced today, it's crucial that the government extends Awaab's Law to private rented homes as soon as possible, where serious hazards are twice as prevalent.

"Housing associations are spending record sums on investment in their existing homes, spending £8.8bn last year, despite facing unprecedented financial pressures. However, some issues cannot be addressed without government support. Latest figures show overcrowding in social housing, which contributes to damp and mould cases, is at its highest level in 30 years and this can only be solved through funding for new social homes."

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