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Mushrooms on Bedroom Walls: What the Latest Housing Ombudsman Report Means for London Landlords
Housing Ombudsman26 November 2025

Mushrooms on Bedroom Walls: What the Latest Housing Ombudsman Report Means for London Landlords

The Housing Ombudsman's recent report reveals alarming landlord failures in addressing damp and mould, including hazardous cases like mushrooms growing on children's bedroom walls. With Awaab's Law now enacted, London landlords must act swiftly to comply. This article details the report's findings, practical compliance steps, and how to build effective processes that protect tenants and investments.

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Housing Ombudsman’s New Tiered Investigations Process: What London Landlords Must Do Now
Housing Ombudsman26 November 2025

Housing Ombudsman’s New Tiered Investigations Process: What London Landlords Must Do Now

The Housing Ombudsman has launched a three-tiered further investigations process in early 2024 to help landlords identify and resolve issues early, aiming to improve complaint handling, repairs, and support for vulnerable residents. London landlords should promptly review and enhance their complaint procedures and service delivery to align with this new framework and avoid escalation.

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Medium risk
Housing Ombudsman’s Wider Orders on Temporary Moves: What London Landlords Must Do Now to Mitigate Risk
Housing Ombudsman26 November 2025

Housing Ombudsman’s Wider Orders on Temporary Moves: What London Landlords Must Do Now to Mitigate Risk

The Housing Ombudsman’s recent wider orders expose critical failings in how some landlords manage temporary moves (decants), highlighting risks that all London landlords must urgently address. This article explains the implications for private landlords, details practical compliance and operational steps, and offers strategic advice to reduce risk and safeguard resident wellbeing.

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Housing Ombudsman Report on Leak Cases: What London Landlords Must Do Now
Housing Ombudsman26 November 2025

Housing Ombudsman Report on Leak Cases: What London Landlords Must Do Now

The Housing Ombudsman's recent maladministration report exposes critical failings in managing leak repairs, including poor contractor oversight, data management, and tenant communication. London landlords—especially those managing HMOs or multiple units—must urgently improve repair processes, communication, and legal compliance to avoid enforcement and protect tenant health and safety.

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What Torbay’s £20 Million Levelling Up Fund Means for Landlords: Practical Steps to Navigate Regeneration
GOV.UK Housing & Communities26 November 2025

What Torbay’s £20 Million Levelling Up Fund Means for Landlords: Practical Steps to Navigate Regeneration

Torbay’s new £20 million Levelling Up Partnership fund is driving major regeneration efforts—including converting disused holiday lets into permanent homes and refurbishing key landmarks. This article guides London landlords and letting agents on practical impacts for housing supply, tenant demand, property values, and compliance, offering tailored advice to help you prepare and capitalise on emerging opportunities.

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