The tragic death of 2-year-old Awaab Ishak and how it changed housing laws in England
TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 11, 2026, 19:36 (IST)
Awaab Ishak, a two-year-old boy, died in a Rochdale flat due to prolonged exposure to black mould, a preventable tragedy. His family's persistent fight led to Awaab's Law, enacted in October 2025, mandating social landlords to address emergency hazards and significant damp and mould risks within strict timeframes, protecting millions of tenants.