Issue - meetings

That Cabinet note:

a)           the exceptions to performance of the housing service compliance functions;

b)          interim arrangements for monitoring damp and mould ahead of introduction of Awaab’s Law; and

c)           the ongoing actions to improve and maintain performance.

The Head of Housing, Health and Wellbeing was in attendance to present the Housing Compliance report for quarter 1 of 2025/26 to the end of June 2025. The report focused on exceptions performance, which is outside the Council’s target parameters.  During the presentation, Members heard the latest updated performance figures.

Members noted that the Council received a letter from the Government in June 2025 ahead of the introduction of new regulation relating to phase 1 of Awaab’s Law, relating to damp and mould, and changes to electrical safety standards from the Autumn, which the Council are already preparing for. 

Due to the move to the new Housing Management System, an interim reporting arrangement was in place as the new system was set up for Awaab’s Law (Damp & Mould) and the associated reporting arrangements required.  When Awaab’s Law was in force, the system would report automatically from a specific contractor code that related only to damp and mould repairs, ensuring accurate information on performance.

AGREED (unanimously) That Cabinet note:

a)           the exceptions to performance of the housing service compliance functions;

b)          interim arrangements for monitoring damp and mould ahead of introduction of Awaab’s Law; and

c)           the ongoing actions to improve and maintain performance.

Reasons for Decision:

To provide assurance on the work undertaken to ensure the safety of tenants and compliance with the regulatory standards.

Options Considered:

None