Awaab's Law: What MPs said about crucial Bill as campaign clears major hurdle in Commons
The campaign for Awaab's Law has passed its biggest test to date following a debate in the House of Commons. MPs across the political divide have given their backing to proposed law changes being made in memory of toddler Awaab Ishak.
READ MORE: Huge plans unveiled to demolish most of 'outdated' retail park and replace it with inner-city neighbourhood She said: "I also want to pay thanks to the amazing organisations who have been the ultimate driving force in the Awaab's Law campaign - the Ishak family themselves, the legal team, the Manchester Evening News and Change.org for spearheading the campaign, and Shelter and Grenfell United for committing such energy, compassion and knowledge."
Ms Long-Bailey added: "Whilst I appreciate that the government wants to consult on the final form of these regulations, I can't stress enough that they must include the provisions set out by the Awaab's Law campaign in setting clear minimum safety standards, clear minimum timeframes for the remedying of any hazards found and an urgent priority move if the property is found to be unsafe.
She added: "I know that I'm not alone in saying that I was deeply shocked by the tragic death of Awaab Ishak. The death of a child is always heartbreaking and for it to have been entirely preventable makes it even more devastating. He said: "Awaab Ishak's untimely death from prolonged exposure to mould in the house his parents rented from RBH should never have occurred, and the fact it did - frankly, madam deputy speaker, shames our country.
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