Scottish landlords have been warned to act on damp and mould issues ahead of new regulatory requirements.
Awaab’s Law — also known as the Investigation and Commencement of Repair (Scotland) Regulations 2026 — will require landlords to act more forcefully on damp and mould from October.
Speaking on a recent episode of the Scottish Housing News Podcast, a representative from electrotechnical trade body SELECT warned this will require landlords to meet strict new timelines.
“Electrical contractors are ideally placed to support landlords, but only when work is carried out by properly qualified electricians with the right knowledge, skills and experience,” said Bob Cairney, director of technical services at SELECT.
“Technology is moving quickly, and regulations are evolving with it.
“Our role is to ensure contractors have the competence to meet these challenges safely and effectively.”
Also on the podcast was Gregor Morrison, national contractor manager at Aico, who pointed out many Scottish landlords have already been installing environmental sensors in their properties.
“Even before Awaab’s Law was considered for Scotland, many social landlords here were already acting,” said Gregor.
“Without national funding, they have still outpaced their colleagues in England in adopting sensor technology.
“But with new statutory duties coming, this is not the time to ease off.”
