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- Awaab's Law takes effect on October 27, 2025, requiring English social landlords to address damp and mould.
- The law requires health risks to be fixed within strict timeframes, including 24 hours, with alternative accommodation if needed.
- It acknowledges tenants often cannot control living conditions and should not be blamed.
- Future phases will expand protections, but critics argue indoor air quality and inequalities remain unaddressed.
