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Croydon Family Battles Persistent Mould Crisis for Years
10/6/2025
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Story summary
- Caitlin Brady, 22, and her mother Lorraine McGrath live in a Croydon Council property with mould persisting for five years.
- The council has done temporary mould washes and installed extractor fans, but these measures fail.
- Caitlin's bedroom has water dripping and possessions coated in mould.
- Lorraine says there is no permanent solution; mould returns after cleaning, and family uses dehumidifiers.
