Awaab's Law
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The Manchester Evening News is campaigning for Awaab's Law in the memory of Awaab Ishak.
The toddler died aged two in December 2020 following prolonged exposure to mould at his family's home in Rochdale, after their social landlord failed to act for several months.
Awaab's Law would set strict timelines for damp and mould to be inspected and repaired, ensure priority is given for new social housing bids when an existing home poses a health risk, and lead to clear information for all tenants on their rights. The housing secretary Michael Gove gave his support to the campaign on a visit to Rochdale last November.
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