'My baby scratches and scratches': Families say their homes are making their children sick
Summary
About 135,000 families in England are living in temporary homes, many in poor conditions with problems like mould and overcrowding. These conditions have caused health issues such as skin rashes, breathing problems, and sleep difficulties, especially in children. A government report calls for stronger housing rules and better inspections to improve these homes.Key Facts
- Around 135,000 families, including about 176,000 children, live in temporary housing in England.
- Many temporary homes have mould, damp, pests, and overcrowding issues.
- A baby developed skin rashes linked to mould and damp in her flat.
- Another child experienced hearing loss and sleep apnea due to poor housing conditions.
- Councils sometimes place families outside their local areas due to high housing demand.
- The Housing, Communities and Local Government Committee calls for updated laws and mandatory inspections.
- Awaab’s Law requires urgent repairs of serious hazards in social housing within 24 hours.
- The law was named after a child who died from mould exposure in poor housing.
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