Building Surveys for Excess Cold and Fall Hazards in PRS: Pre-May 2026 Awaab’s Law Compliance Checklists
Cold homes kill approximately 10,000 people in England every year — and from May 2026, private landlords who fail to act on excess cold and fall hazards face enforceable legal consequences under Awaab's Law Phase 2. Building surveys for excess cold and fall hazards in PRS: pre-May 2026 Awaab's Law compliance checklists are no longer […]
Expert Witness Preparation for Awaab’s Law 2026 Expansions: Testifying on New Rental Hazards like Fire and Electrical Risks
The Housing Ombudsman reported a 42% increase in hazard-related complaints during the first quarter of 2026, with fire safety and electrical risks now accounting for nearly one-third of all disputes under Awaab's Law expansions. This dramatic shift has transformed the landscape for expert witnesses, who must now navigate a significantly broader range of hazards beyond […]
