The guidance, issued by Michael Gove, Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing & Communities, forms part of the government’s response to the coroner’s report into the death of Rochdale two-year-old Awaab Ishak.
The guidance clarifies that damp and mould should not be dismissed as a ‘lifestyle choice’ and that it is the responsibility of landlords to identify the underlying causes of damp and mould, such as structural issues or inadequate ventilation, and find long-term solutions.