2020–2022
Awaab Ishak died in 2020. The coroner’s Prevention of Future Deaths report was issued in November 2022 following findings about prolonged mould exposure. Awaab Ishak: Prevention of Future Deaths report
Timeline
The important history is not only the law; it is the sector’s movement from reactive complaints to proactive safety, evidence and accountability.
2021
The Housing Ombudsman published its damp and mould spotlight report, calling for a zero-tolerance approach. Housing Ombudsman: Spotlight on damp and mould — It’s not lifestyle
2023
The Regulator of Social Housing published initial damp and mould findings and the Social Housing (Regulation) Act received Royal Assent. Regulator of Social Housing: Damp and mould initial findings Social Housing (Regulation) Act 2023
2025
Awaab’s Law guidance and timeframes went live for social landlords, with data-standard work also published. GOV.UK: Awaab’s Law timeframes for repairs in the social rented sector MHCLG Digital: Delivering a data standard to support Awaab’s Law
2026
Phase 2 preparation focuses on wider significant HHSRS hazards and operational scaling. GOV.UK: Awaab’s Law timeframes for repairs in the social rented sector GOV.UK: Housing Health and Safety Rating System operating guidance
2027
Further expansion is expected to remaining HHSRS hazards excluding overcrowding. GOV.UK: Awaab’s Law timeframes for repairs in the social rented sector