Awaab’s Law in UK Social Housing: Protecting Tenants with Strong Data Protection and Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity measures for tenant information safety Awaab’s Law represents a crucial step forward in social housing regulation in England. It was introduced after the tragic death of two-year-old Awaab Ishak, who suffered due to prolonged exposure to mould in his family’s social housing home. This law is not just about repairs and property safety—it also […]
Social Tenant Access to Information Requirements (STAIRs): Transparency Meets Reality
Social Tenant Access to Information (STAIRs): What Housing Associations Need to Know From October 2026, new Social Tenant Access to Information Requirements (STAIRs) will require housing associations in England to proactively publish key housing management data, enhancing transparency and accountability across the sector. By April 2027, tenants will also have a legal right to request a broad range […]