Environmental issues

Tools you can use

Contacting Environmental Health

When should you contact the Environmental Health department?

Letter

Contacting the Environmental Health department

A letter you can use for contacting the Environmental Health department of your local council.

Guide

There are pests in my tower block

No-one wants to live with cockroaches, fleas or vermin. But getting rid of them may require a whole-tower block effort, not treating each flat individually.
Image by Craig Whitehead - a man wipes condensation from a window Image by Craig Whitehead - a man wipes condensation from a window

Guide

There is condensation in my flat

Condensation is a common problem in tower blocks, and it can add to issues with mould or damp.
Image by Andrew Buchananan - paint flaking off a wall Image by Andrew Buchananan - paint flaking off a wall

Guide

There’s damp or mould in my flat

Damp and mould do more than ruin the look of your flat: they can also cause health problems. It is your landlord's responsibility under law to ensure that your home is safe to live in.