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Hull City Council deals with over 1,800 mould cases under Awaab's Law
Overview
Hull City Council has handled more than 1,800 reports of damp and mould in homes since Awaab's Law was introduced. The figures include 1,631 reports of significant damp and mould and 202 critical emergencies, all of which were investigated within the legally required 24-hour timeframe.
Key points
- Hull City Council has dealt with over 1,800 mould incidents since the introduction of Awaab's Law last autumn.
- The figures comprise 1,631 significant damp and mould reports and 202 critical emergency cases.
- All reported incidents were investigated within the mandatory 24-hour time frame.
- The council met requirements to make significant damp and mould cases safe within five working days and began repairs within 12 weeks.
- Awaab's Law establishes strict legal timeframes for social housing landlords in England to address hazards following the death of Awaab Ishak.