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Scottish housing secretary and SFHA welcome Awaab's Law coming into force
Awaab's Law (the Investigation and Commencement of Repair (Scotland) Regulations 2026) came into force on 6 October 2026, requiring both social and private landlords in Scotland to investigate damp and mould reports within 10 working days, provide written findings, and complete necessary repairs. Named after Awaab Ishak, a two-year-old who died in 2020 after prolonged exposure to mould in a Rochdale housing association home.
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Awaab's Law (the Investigation and Commencement of Repair (Scotland) Regulations 2026) came into force on 6 October 2026, requiring both social and private landlords in Scotland to investigate damp and mould reports within 10 working days, provide written findings, and complete necessary repairs. Named after Awaab Ishak, a two-year-old who died in 2020 after prolonged exposure to mould in a Rochdale housing association home.
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