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Latest news, tips and updates on indoor air quality, mould prevention, ventilation, and certification for homes, workplaces and businesses in the UK.
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Welcome to the Healthy Indoor Air UK news hub. Here you'll find the latest insights, industry updates, seasonal tips, regulatory changes, and success stories related to indoor air quality testing and certification.
We regularly share practical advice to help homeowners, landlords, businesses and housing providers create safer, fresher environments.
Latest Articles & Insights
January 2026: Why Winter is Peak Season for Mould & Humidity Issues in UK Rentals
With colder weather and more time spent indoors, condensation and mould risks rise dramatically. Learn how our Healthy Home Pro certification helps landlords spot and prevent problems early — plus simple steps to protect tenant health and avoid compliance headaches.
Read more → (/news/winter-mould-risks-2026)
Published: 4 January 2026
New Government Guidance on Damp & Mould: What Landlords Need to Know in 2026
Updates following Awaab’s Law implementation — how proactive air testing and certification can demonstrate due diligence and reduce disputes.
Read more → (/news/damp-mould-guidance-2026)
H2: Coming Soon
We're building this section with fresh content every month, including:
- Seasonal IAQ tips (winter ventilation, summer pollen control)
- Industry news and regulatory updates (HSE, COSHH, BS 40102)
- Case studies from certified homes, offices, bars and rentals
- Health & wellbeing research highlights
Shifting Perspectives.
From Clean Air to Healthy Air
From the Environmental Agency.
A excellent insight to Healthy Air
https://environmentagency.blog.gov.uk/2024/09/26/shifting-perspectives-from-clean-air-to-healthy-air/
Under Awaab’s Law social housing providers required to take action on damp and mould hazards.
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/awaabs-law-guidance-for-social-landlords
Ten questions concerning the future of residential indoor air quality and its environmental justice implications
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0360132325004391
Clean Air Strategy
This strategy sets out our plans for dealing with all sources of air pollution, making our air healthier to breathe, protecting nature and boosting the economy.
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/clean-air-strategy-2019
Air Pollution and Lung Cancer
https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-023-00929-x
Healthy Air Coalition
https://www.healthyair.org.uk/healthy-air-coalition-launches-new-report/
The Truth about Covid
and Indoor Air.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=syT4cuT88ys
The health effects of ultrafine particles
Experimental and Molecular Medicine
https://www.nature.com/articles/s12276-020-0403-3
I inhaled traffic fumes to find out where air pollution goes in my body
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c74w48d8epgo
January 2026: Free NHS Lung Cancer Screening – Protect Your Lungs from Long-Term Indoor Air Risks
Poor indoor air quality — from mould, humidity, VOCs, and inadequate ventilation — can harm lung health over time, especially for those with smoking history. The NHS is expanding its
free Lung Cancer Screening Programme (formerly Targeted Lung Health Checks) across England.
This targeted programme offers people aged 55-74 who are current or former smokers a free lung health check, including a simple spirometry breathing test and — if higher risk — a low-dose CT scan to detect lung cancer early (when treatment is most effective).
Current status (January 2026): Rolling out nationwide, with full coverage targeted by 2029/2030. New areas launching this month include north Sefton (Southport/Formby), and it's already active in places like Cheshire, Merseyside, Sandwell, and more. Invites come via GP or letter — check eligibility on the official site.
It's completely free and could save lives by catching issues early, complementing efforts to improve indoor air quality at home or work.
Read more & check eligibility →
NHS Lung Cancer Screening
Disclaimer: This is general information based on current NHS guidance. Always confirm with your GP or the NHS site, as availability varies by area. Not medical advice.
Key Resources & Insights: Summaries of Must-Read Links on Indoor Air & Health
We've curated these authoritative sources to give deeper context on why healthy indoor air matters for overall wellbeing, including lung health, regulations, and future trends.
Shifting Perspectives: From Clean Air to Healthy Air
(Environment Agency Blog, September 2024)
This insightful post by experts from the Environment Agency, UK Health Security Agency, and Cranfield University calls for moving beyond "clean air" (just removing pollutants) to "healthy air" — air that includes beneficial bioaerosols (microbes, pollen, etc.) while minimising harmful ones. It explains bioaerosols are everywhere indoors and outdoors, and diverse exposure (especially in childhood) builds stronger immune systems. Personal factors like age and health influence what's "healthy" for each person. Key takeaway: Better ventilation and moisture control at home reduce harmful bioaerosols, aligning with proactive indoor air strategies.
Awaab’s Law: Guidance for Social Landlords
(GOV.UK)
Following the tragic death of Awaab Ishak, this law requires social housing providers in England to investigate and fix serious damp and mould hazards within strict timelines (e.g., emergencies within hours/days). It emphasises proactive assessments, tenant communication, and linking damp/mould to health risks like respiratory issues. Updated guidance (last in late 2025) helps landlords demonstrate due diligence through air quality testing and certification — directly relevant for UK rentals and compliance.
Ten Questions Concerning the Future of Residential Indoor Air Quality and Its Environmental Justice Implications
(Building and Environment Journal, June 2025)
This forward-looking paper poses 10 key questions on how net-zero home changes (e.g., better insulation, ventilation tech) will impact indoor air quality — often unequally across social groups. It addresses health gradients, climate effects, policies, and demographics, stressing environmental justice (distributive, procedural, etc.). Recommendation: Transdisciplinary research to ensure fair improvements in residential IAQ. Essential reading for future-proofing homes against pollution inequities.
Clean Air Strategy 2019
(GOV.UK)
The UK's comprehensive plan tackles air pollution from all sources (transport, industry, homes, agriculture) to make air healthier, protect nature, and support the economy. It includes actions on domestic burning and indoor sources, linking to better respiratory health. Still foundational in 2026, with ongoing relevance to reducing overall exposure.
Air Pollution and Lung Cancer
(Nature, April 2023)
This article highlights research showing air pollution promotes lung cancer through inflammation and tumour processes — even in non-smokers. It underscores pollution's role in cancer risk, with implications for long-term indoor exposure (e.g., from poor ventilation). Ties directly to why lung screening and clean indoor air are vital.
Healthy Air Coalition Launches New Report
(Healthy Air Coalition)
The coalition's 2025 blueprint calls for a new Clean Air Act, stronger targets, and action on major sources like road transport, wood burning, agriculture, and industry. It positions air pollution as a public health emergency and proposes practical government solutions for cleaner, healthier air.
The Truth About COVID and Indoor Air
(YouTube Webinar, Indoor Air Quality Association, April 2020)
This expert webinar (from IAQA and partners) discusses COVID-19 transmission mainly via respiratory droplets, with aerosol risks in certain indoor settings. It stresses ventilation, hygiene, proper disinfection (avoid unproven fogging), and HVAC maintenance to reduce spread and secondary risks like mould or Legionella. Key message: Good indoor air practices were crucial during the pandemic and remain essential for health.
