Despairing homeowners plagued by damp urge government to fix 'botched' insulation
Summary
Homeowners in the UK are facing problems because of faulty insulation installed under government schemes. Many homes, including those of Bushra Rashid and others in Fishwick, have become damp and moldy, causing health issues and damage to properties. Calls have been made to widen an investigation into these issues.Key Facts
- Homeowners in Britain received free insulation through government programs between 2013 and 2025.
- Faulty insulation has left many homes damp and moldy, affecting living conditions and health.
- The government acknowledged that 92% of recent insulation has at least one major problem.
- Imran Hussain, a Labour MP, is calling for an expanded investigation into all past insulation installations.
- Problems with the insulation schemes were reportedly known by the government over a decade ago.
- The Fishwick insulation project in Preston is noted as a major failure, affecting many homes.
- The installers of the Fishwick project went out of business, leaving residents without effective guarantees or support.
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