The Regulator of Social Housing began an investigation after a coroner ruled the two-year-old died following exposure to mould in a housing association flat in Rochdale, and found
But that is the equivalent of 8,000 properties failing the decent homes standard.The regulator also said between 1% and 2% of social homes - 40,000 to 60,000 - had"serious" damp and mould problems, while a further 3% to 4% - 120,000 to 160,000 - had"notable" problems.
Chief executive Fiona MacGregor said:"Tenants deserve quality services and homes that are safe and of a decent standard. "We expect all providers to continue to look at how they can improve the way they identify and address damp and mould." Mr Gove said it was good to see the regulator"taking action on landlords who continue to shirk their responsibility".
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