Day: February 8, 2026

Barratt and David Wilson Homes East Scotland mark New Homes Week with enhanced Part Exchange incentive

Research reveals new build homeowners save as much as £420 per year, while household carbon emissions are cut by up to 74%.

To mark New Homes Week 2026, Barratt and David Wilson Homes East Scotland, part of the UK’s leading housebuilder Barratt Redrow, have increased their Part Exchange incentive from £500 to £1,000 for people who are still living in their existing property when it is sold*.

With Part Exchange, when prospective homeowners purchase a new home with Barratt Homes or David Wilson Homes, the housebuilder becomes the guaranteed buyer for their existing property, taking the stress out of selling and helping them to move quicker and more easily.

Now in its 21st year, the annual New Homes Week campaign launched by the Home Builders Federation (HBF) aims to highlight the benefits of new build homes and provide a platform for the home building industry, homeowners and potential buyers to recognise the value of modern developments.

Barratt and David Wilson Homes East Scotland’s enhanced Part Exchange incentive comes as new research from the Home Builders Federation demonstrates new build homes are far more cost and energy efficient than second hand homes, with homeowners typically saving over £420 a year**.

Based on data from Octopus Energy, the UK’s largest energy supplier, the Watt a Save report shows that energy bills for new build homes are 21% less than typical older properties.

Thanks to increasingly sustainable building practices and technology, the majority of new homes achieve an A or B Energy Performance Certificate (EPC). As a result, new build homeowners spend around £1,574 a year on energy, compared with £1,995 on older homes that typically have a D rating. Meanwhile people living in F and G rated homes – such as some Victorian properties – typically spent 39% more on their overall energy bills last year, compared to the average new build homeowner.

The Watt a Save report has been released today (Friday 6 February) to support national New Homes Week’s ‘Power to Save’ day, providing key evidence for people looking at the long-term running costs of their next home, before they buy.

In addition to cutting running costs, the findings show new build homes are helping to cut household carbon emissions by up to 74% every year, compared to older properties, meaning today’s new build buyers can significantly lower their carbon footprint without changing their habits.

Andrew Morrison, Managing Director at Barratt Homes and David Wilson Homes East Scotland, said: “At Barratt and David Wilson Homes East Scotland, we’re committed to helping people move up or onto the property ladder.

“This New Homes Week, we’re highlighting our enhanced Part Exchange scheme, which removes the need for an onward chain and guarantees the sale of an existing home, taking the stress out of moving and helping buyers secure their ideal home.

“Our new homes across East Scotland are designed with energy efficiency and long-term performance at the forefront. Features such as solar panels, air source heat pumps, and modern insulation reduce running costs and environmental impact. Independent data shows how new-build homes outperform older properties, underlining the clear benefits of choosing a modern, future-proof home.”

Neil Jefferson, Chief Executive at the Home Builders Federation, said: “Buying a home marks a major milestone in our lives, yet for many, achieving that dream has become increasingly challenging.

“This New Homes Week we’re spotlighting the much-needed support home builders provide to make buying a new home more accessible – removing barriers and reducing uncertainty to make the goal of homeownership more achievable.

“By ensuring people understand their options and the benefits of buying a new build, we hope to empower more would-be buyers to take those steps to moving and beginning the next chapter of their lives.”

Barratt and David Wilson Homes are creating a range of new communities across East Scotland, including David Wilson Homes @ St Andrews in Fife, just a stone’s throw from world-renowned golf courses and beaches.

For more information about Barratt Homes and David Wilson Homes, visit:

www.barratthomes.co.uk/ and https://www.dwh.co.uk/

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**Watt a Save, 2026, Home Builders Federation (HBF) and Octopus Energy.

Gaelic goes global as World Gaelic Week counts down to fifth edition

In a true testament to its growing international appeal, the fifth annual Seachdain na Gàidhlig (World Gaelic Week), running from 23rd February – 1st March 2026, is set to unite Gaelic speakers and learners on a global scale like never before. 

From rural Scottish Highland communities to the city of London, and as far away as Australia, the meaningful celebration will take centre stage across continents, highlighting the undeniable vitality of the Scottish Gaelic language.

Seachdain na Gàidhlig will showcase a vibrant programme of events in far-flung locations and varying time zones in just over two weeks’ time, centered around the theme Use It or Lose It (Cleachd i no caill i).

The initiative aims toinspire Gaelic enthusiasts everywhere to actively engage with the language and send a powerful message of strength that resonates worldwide.

Highlights include an online gathering for Gaels in Australia, proving that the love for Gaelic stretches halfway around the world. Participants in Australia and neighbouring regions will come together virtually to share language, laughter and culture.

Meanwhile, online step dance workshops led by renowned Scottish step dancer Sophie Stephenson are open to participants on every continent, offering an inclusive, international invitation to celebrate Gaelic culture through movement and music.

The popular Say a Gaelic Phrase Day returns on Thursday 26th February, and is once again expected to engage thousands of digital participants from around the globe who want to share their love of Gaelic, or give it a try, on social media.

Gaelic speakers, learners and lovers in London will have multiple opportunities to connect with the language, including through Còisir Lunnainn (the London Gaelic Choir), who are staging a London Ceilidh Club in Camden, and a Gaelic church service in Covent Garden.

Back in Scotland, a rich variety of events offer something for speakers and non-speakers alike. 

The Living Lore in Anstruther will share Gaelic song from celebrated singer Mairi McGillivray, Edinburgh’s Guid Crack: To the Gaels with Love event will see storytelling Caroline Carmichael celebrate the rich tales of Gaelic folklore, and an immersive Gaelic Spoken Word Night in Dundee, hosted by Gaelic writer and poet Donnchadh MacCàba, will explore Gaelic culture through poetry and spoken word.

Every year, the World Gaelic Week movement grows stronger. In 2025, more than 170 events attracted 40,000 people from every corner of the world and this year’s Small Grants Fund, which supports the staging of Seachdain na Gàidhlig events, received a record number of applications.

Joy Dunlop, Director of Seachdain na Gàidhlig, said: “With 2026 marking the first edition since Gaelic became an official language of Scotland, World Gaelic Week has never felt more significant or more international.

“There are literally hundreds of activities, both in person and online, scheduled to take place, giving Gaelic communities worldwide countless ways to connect and celebrate. As we count down to this year’s landmark celebration, we can see that across the globe, in both bustling cities and close-knit villages, the enthusiasm for the Gaelic language knows no bounds.”

Supported by Bòrd na Gàidhlig and Scottish Government, and spearheaded by Scottish traditional culture and music organisation Hands Up For Trad, Seachdain na Gàidhlig 2026 will take place from 23rd February – 1st March 2026. Visit seachdainnagaidhlig.scot.

Individuals, community groups and organisations with any level of Gaelic can stage their own events or host an activity in their community that promotes the language. Events can be added to the World Gaelic Week website at seachdainnagaidhlig.scot.

Seachdain na Gàidhlig is delivered by cultural charity Hands Up for Trad and donations make their work possible.

Support the initiative at seachdainnagaidhlig.scot/support-us.

Making social homes warmer and cleaner to heat

Latest grants from Social Housing Net Zero Heat Fund

Communities from Shetland to Dumfries & Galloway have benefited from more than £19 million in Government funding to help make social housing more energy efficient and cleaner to heat.

Allocations from the latest funding round of the Social Housing Net Zero Heat Fund published today show that 27 projects across the country made successful applications, bringing clean heating and energy efficiency improvements to around 2,300 social homes.

Improvements range from the installation of external and cavity wall insulation and double or triple glazing to individual and communal heat pumps, solar PV and battery storage. 

Housing Secretary Màiri McAllan said: “Since 2021, the Scottish Government has provided almost £90 million of funding to social housing providers through this fund, helping to make more than 13,000 social homes warmer and easier and cleaner to heat.

“We are absolutely determined to tackle the twin challenges of cutting fuel poverty and reducing emissions from our homes and buildings, which can be particularly challenging with housing that is older or more difficult to heat because of its location or construction.

“I’m therefore delighted that we’ve been able to support so many social landlords to make these vital improvements. Emissions are being reduced and tenants are already benefiting from warmer homes and significant reductions in their energy bills, helping to take many households out of fuel poverty.”

Cloch Housing Association received a grant of £3.1m to support the installation of high-performance doors and triple-glazed windows to more than 550 properties in Inverclyde.

Robert Pollock, Director of Assets, Cloch Housing Association said: “Tenant feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, with residents reporting significant reductions in external noise and improved heat retention within their homes.

“These enhancements are making a meaningful contribution to addressing fuel poverty by enabling tenants to heat their properties more efficiently and affordably.

“Furthermore, the resulting reduction in heating demand is delivering welcome carbon savings, aligning with our broader commitment to sustainable and resilient communities. We are grateful for the scheme’s support in enabling these improvements that deliver lasting benefits for our tenants and the environment.”

Social Housing Net Zero Heat Fund Progress Reports February 2026

Schools and community groups urged to apply for Tesco grants to boost children’s access to healthy food

Tesco is calling on organisations in Scotland running food projects for children and young people to apply for grants of up to £1,500

Schools and community groups across Scotland are being encouraged to apply for funding through Tesco, as the retailer looks to support more local projects helping children and young people access healthy, nutritious food.

The community grant scheme awards up to £1,500, with shortlisted projects going forward to a customer vote in participating Tesco stores. Shoppers receive a blue token and can vote by placing it in the in-store unit for the cause they want to support. Each funding round features three local projects, with grants awarded based on the number of tokens received.

This year, Tesco is particularly keen to hear from initiatives with a clear food focus, including breakfast clubs, holiday food provision, access to healthy snacks for youth groups, community pantries, cookery and nutrition sessions, and food growing projects that help children learn where food comes from.

The call for applications comes as the latest Government diet survey shows that fewer than 1 in 10 children and young people aged 11–18 meet the recommended 5-a-day, with 11–18-year-olds eating an average of around 2.9 portions of fruit and vegetables per day*.

Tesco believes every child should have the opportunity to enjoy healthy food and is committed to backing practical projects that make a difference locally.

Claire De Silva, Head of Community at Tesco, said: “Every child deserves the chance to enjoy healthy food and build the foundations for a healthier future, we want to support the brilliant schools and community groups in Scotland helping children and young people access nutritious food.

“Whether that’s a breakfast club, a pantry, cookery sessions or a project that helps children grow and try new foods, we’d encourage local organisations to apply—and we’d love shoppers to get involved when the customer vote comes to their local store.”

Already in Scotland, a number of local causes have benefited from the Stronger Starts blue token initiative, helping to improve children’s access to healthier food and nutrition education,

One example is the Kirkshaws Neighbourhood Centre in Coatbridge who host the KNC Kids Club, an afterschool club and summer holiday playscheme which supports young people aged five to ten and runs a series of cooking classes two days a week.

Through the classes, the young people learn about eating healthier foods and have the opportunity to prepare their own meals, such as soups, pastas and pizzas.  The Stronger Start funding helped the group to purchase more kitchen equipment and ingredients, helping the kids continue their keen passion for cooking, learning new foods to try and discover a love for healthy eating.

Nicola Anderson, from KNC Kids Club, said: “The Tesco Stronger Starts grant made a real difference for the KNC Kids Club.

“It’s helped us to buy ingredients and new utensils in our on-site kitchen for local children and young people to use, and the customer vote gave the whole initiative a real lift. We’d strongly encourage other groups to apply—the funding and local support have made a genuinely positive impact.”

Another group who have benefitted from the grant is Mearns Primary School in Newton Mearns, who received a £1,500 Stronger Starts grant to help support their school’s breakfast club, allowing them to provide pupils with a soft-start routine through a nutritious breakfast every school day.

For more information about Tesco Stronger Starts and how to apply, visit: 

www.tescoplc.com/sustainability/communities/strongerstarts.

Act Now: 864,000 sole traders and landlords face new tax rules

  • More than 860,000 sole traders and landlords need to start using digital tax reporting from 6 April
  • Software available to help spread tax admin throughout the year, with thousands already testing the system successfully  
  • Rollout forms part of the Government’s plan to transform the UK’s tax system to support economic growth

Sole traders and landlords earning more than £50,000 from self-employment and property are being urged to act now with two months left to prepare for Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax.

From 6 April 2026, those eligible will need to use recognised software to keep digital records and send HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) light-touch quarterly updates of their income and expenses. These are not extra tax returns.

HMRC is providing a range of free support to help people prepare, including online guidance, webinars and videos. Those who genuinely cannot use digital tools can apply for an exemption. Further information and guidance are available on GOV.UK

Free software options are available and once income and expenses are recorded, the software generates a simple summary to send to HMRC.

At the end of a tax year, those within MTD for Income Tax will still need to file a tax return by the following 31 January – but the software will already hold the information from the quarterly updates, meaning no last-minute hunt for records or receipts.

Craig Ogilvie, HMRC’s Director of Making Tax Digital, said: “With two months to go until MTD for Income Tax launches, now is the time to act. A range of software is available and the system is straightforward and helps reduce errors. Thousands of volunteers have already used it successfully.

“This will make it easier for sole traders and landlords to stay on top of their tax affairs and help ensure everyone pays the right amount of tax. 

“Spreading your tax admin throughout the year means avoiding that last minute scramble to complete a tax return every January. Go to GOV.UK and start preparing today.”

Thousands of sole traders and landlords have already signed up for MTD for Income Tax, with more than 12,000 quarterly updates successfully submitted through a voluntary testing programme.

Those joining MTD in April 2026 will still file their tax return for the 2025 to 2026 tax year in the usual way by 31 January 2027, as this covers the period before MTD begins. The first MTD tax return, covering the 2026 to 2027 tax year, will be due by 31 January 2028.

To support the transition, the government has announced that customers joining MTD for Income Tax in April 2026 will not receive penalty points for late quarterly updates, for the first 12 months.  

Under the new system, penalty points will be given for each late submission, with a £200 penalty only applied once four points are reached. This means occasional slip-ups won’t result in immediate fines.

HMRC is urging those in scope of MTD for Income Tax to act now: read the guidance, choose software and sign up on GOV.UK. Those who use a tax agent should speak to them about preparing.

Hibs community charity under starter’s orders at Musselburgh Racecourse

HIBERNIAN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION RACEDAY

SUNDAY 15th FEBRUARY

Musselburgh Racecourse has teamed up with Hibernian FC to launch a new raceday which support the Edinburgh club’s highly respected community charity.

The Hibernian Community Foundation Raceday on Sunday 15 February echoes the proud charitable heritage of the Leith club which was formed in 1875 to help support local communities through match gate receipts.

The raceday features seven jumps races and opens with the £10,000 Sunshine on Leith maiden hurdle over two miles, and the three mile Famous Five handicap chase has been named after the legendary Hibs team of the 1950s.

A special admission ticket will donate £2 from each sale to the Hibernian Community Foundation and as with all Musselburgh racedays, children aged 17 and under are admitted free when accompanied by an adult.

The Hibernian Community Foundation focuses its attention on two key components – community football and community development.

The charity aims to provide footballing opportunities to all, regardless of background, skill level, or ambition to progress in the game, while its community outreach development programmes provide safe and warm spaces, hearty and healthy meals, activities for the elderly, and a welcoming community for all.

Musselburgh Racecourse Head of Marketing and Business Development, Aisling Johnston, said: “Whether you’re coming to support a great cause, celebrate the club, or simply enjoy a brilliant day out, The Hibernian Community Foundation Raceday promises excitement, pride, and community spirit in equal measure.

“This new event recognises the incredible work the Foundation does across Edinburgh and beyond – and you may even catch a glimpse of some of the club’s footballing legends.

“The racecourse is sandwiched between Easter Road Stadium and the magnificent club training centre in Ormiston, which provides amazing access to East Lothian residents, so we were delighted to support the charitable foundation by hosting this special raceday.”

Hibernian Community Foundation Head of Community and Depute CEO, Katie Stewart, said: “The Hibernian Community Foundation is extremely excited to partner with such a prominent member of the Edinburgh community in Musselburgh Racecourse.

“The day will be a great opportunity for racegoers to learn about the Foundation and support our numerous activities, while taking in all the exciting action on the track. We are really looking forward to working closely together in the future on premium events that gives a platform to our community programmes and activities.”

Gates open at noon on 15 February, first race is scheduled for 1.50pm and last race 4.50pm (provisional).

For more information and to book tickets visit: www.musselburgh-racecourse.co.uk

Forever Edinburgh partners with Civerinos to launch ‘Local Legends’ pizzas for National Pizza Day

Forever Edinburgh is teaming up with Edinburgh favourite Civerinos to fire up National Pizza Day tomorrow (Monday 9 February) with the launch of two bold limited-edition pizzas, created with standout local ingredients and available only across the capital for a short time.

Created to celebrate Edinburgh’s dynamic food scene and the makers behind it, the ‘Local Legends: The Scotch Capital’ pizzas bring together punchy local flavours and Civerinos’ New Haven style craft, with both a meat and a vegetarian option designed to stand out on the menu and on the plate.

As part of Forever Edinburgh’s Resident Rewards programme, residents with an EH postcode can enjoy 50 percent off the special ‘Local Legends’ pizzas when dining in on National Pizza Day meaning residents can enjoy this exclusive £15 pizza for just £7.50. The pizzas will be available until they sell out across Civerinos’ Edinburgh locations in Leith, Stockbridge, Forrest Road, Hunter Square and Lost Shore.

Alongside the National Pizza Day offer, Civerinos will also offer 20 percent off all full-sized pizzas for residents dining in from Monday to Thursday for the remainder of February, helping locals enjoy great food for less beyond the celebration.

Cllr Jane Meagher, leader of the City of Edinburgh Council, said: “Forever Edinburgh’s Resident Rewards programme has been a real success in reminding residents what’s great about their city, while delivering real benefits for communities and local businesses.

“It supports year-round footfall, celebrates Edinburgh’s independent sector and gives residents reasons to explore and enjoy what’s right here on their doorstep.

“This partnership with Civerinos is a great example of that in action, bringing together local producers and a well-known Edinburgh brand to create something distinctive for National Pizza Day, while rewarding local people and promoting the very best of Edinburgh’s food scene.”

The meat pizza features a marinara base topped with mozzarella from Yester Farm, scotch bonnet chillies, rosemary roasted potato, seasoned sausage meat from Campbells Prime Meat, parmesan and a finishing drizzle of whisky-infused Scottish heather honey made using Woven Whisky.

The vegetarian option showcases a sweet potato base topped with crispy kale, sea salt and truffle whipped ricotta, celebrating ingredients long associated with Scottish cooking.

Mark De’Mar, Commerical Director at Civerinos, said: “Civerinos has always been about community, from the people we work with to the ingredients we use and the neighbourhoods our restaurants sit in.

“Partnering with Forever Edinburgh for National Pizza Day allows us to shine a light on local suppliers while giving something back to Edinburgh residents through the Resident Rewards programme. It also ties in perfectly with the rollout of our new menu this month, which continues to celebrate bold flavours and quality produce.”

The collaboration forms part of Forever Edinburgh’s Resident Rewards programme, which offers exclusive discounts and experiences to people living in the capital, thanking them for their role in supporting the city’s visitor economy and local businesses year-round. Launched to reconnect residents with Edinburgh’s leisure, hospitality and culture, the programme is funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

For full details on how to get your Local Legends pizza or claim your Resident Rewards discount at participating Civerinos restaurants, please visit:

 www.edinburgh.org/locallegendpizza.

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Council ‘on the right track’ to deal with Edinburgh’s housing crisis

Housing, Homelessness and Fair Work Convener, Cllr Tim Pogson writes: “In November 2023, we took the significant step of declaring a housing emergency here in Edinburgh – the first city in Scotland to do so. 

Our city continues to face unprecedented demand for housing, amidst challenging market conditions, ongoing budget pressures and insufficient funding from the Scottish Government. Declaring an emergency was a call to action and now over two years on, there is clear evidence that this call is being answered.

The Council’s Housing Emergency Action Plan (HEAP) provides a focused and pragmatic response. Built around two themes – increasing housing supply and addressing demand for housing – the plan recognises both the immediate pressures facing households and the structural challenges that have built up over many years.

I’m pleased to report that progress against both of these themes has been considerable over the past 12 months.

I should say that this is completely at odds with some of the misleading commentary we’ve seen in the media and elsewhere – based it would seem on a complete (and in some cases wilful) misinterpretation of council reporting. To be absolutely clear, the Council does not have a £60 million underspend in housing and, no, we won’t be giving it to Glasgow. 

This fictitious figure came from the sum of £45 million for temporary accommodation, which are now being purchased from a different fund, and £15m to reflect a revised spending profile across a number of new housing developments, all of which are still progressing to plan. In short, the money is being spent and the houses built. 

This year alone, the Council has completed construction of 459 new homes and purchased of an additional 278 ‘off the shelf’. This represents the single biggest annual increase in our housing stock in recent years and more than double the amount delivered in any of the last five years.

Major development milestones have also been reached across the city, with business cases approved for Granton Waterfont (phase 1), Fountainbridge and Meadowbank – which together will deliver 2,000 new homes for the city. 

We’ve also reduced the number of void properties by over 60% from when the Housing Emergency was declared, making more homes available to let – bringing much needed homes back into use.

Looking forward, our ambitious budget strategy, which councillors will debate on 26 February, places housing at the heart of our plans, with a £1.6 billion investment in affordable homes proposed over the next five years.

This would represent one of the largest housing interventions by a local authority in modern times, and all deliverable before the Scottish Government’s new Home Agency even puts a spade in the ground.

While there is still much to do, the progress we’ve made in tackling the housing emergency shows that sustained action, partnership working, and political commitment can make a real difference.

Pressures remain acute, and the scale of the challenge should not be underestimated, but our direction of travel is clear.

This article first appeared in the Evening News on 4 February

£8.2m taxpayer bill for Edinburgh mould crisis revealed in FOI as complaints soar

A recent survey has revealed that one-third of Scottish social housing tenants lack confidence that their landlord will fix damp and mould, with thousands of complaints being made in recent years. 

Between 2021 and 2022, there were at least 14,451 complaints made to local authorities in Scotland, a 19 per cent increase on the year before.

Now, new Freedom of Information (FOI) data sourced by the home experts at Hillarys has revealed that the City of Edinburgh Council has spent more than £8.2 million tackling damp and mould in homes since 2024. The findings reveal that mould and damp complaints in the capital soared by +52% between 2022 (1,215) and 2024 (1,849), as residents report nearly five cases a day.

And while new regulation is set to be introduced from October, enforcing fixed timeframes for social landlords to investigate and start prevention works to address damp and mould, the experts at Hillarys have shared advice on how households can tackle the problem at home while many tenants are still waiting for repairs to be carried out.

Edinburgh Council’s spending on damp and mould in homes

Month20242025Grand Total
January148,000314,000462,000
February244,000352,000596,000
March252,000353,000605,000
April360,000254,000614,000
May291,000436,000727,000
June343,000423,000766,000
July343,000274,000617,000
August313,000367,000680,000
September514,000410,000924,000
October310,000395,000705,000
November589,000301,000890,000
December393,000264,000657,000
Total4,100,0004,143,000£8,243,000

Hillarys Freedom of Information (FOI) request has uncovered that the City of Edinburgh Council has spent £8,243,000 tackling mould and damp across homes in the capital between 2024 and 2025, or £4.1m per year on average.

Edinburgh residents make 143 complaints a month about mould and damp in the capital’s housing stock

In 2022, the council responded to 1,215 reports of damp and mould, soaring by +52% to 1,849 in 2024 and 1,591 in 2025.3 Overall, the council recorded 3,440 cases between 2024 and 2025, equivalent to 143 reports per month or nearly 5 complaints each day.

Edinburgh Council currently reports an average resolution time of 42 calendar days, or six weeks, from the date damp or mould is reported to the completion of treatment work. This is significantly higher than the framework that will be enforced in the autumn, where significant damp and mould must be investigated within 10 working days and made safe within five.

Why are Scottish homes more prone to damp and mould?

Nearly one in ten homes has some incidence of damp or mould in Scotland (9-10%),  compared to 4-5% of homes in England, indicating that while England has a higher total number of homes with damp, the percentage of households affected in Scotland is higher.5,6

One in ten Scottish households is impacted by damp or mould

Households in Scotland are particularly affected due to a combination of cold, wet weather, older buildings and the high cost of heating, which limits proper ventilation. In fact, a recent analysis of EPC data by Hillarys found that the ten most expensive regions to heat nationwide are all in Scotland.

Households in the Highland region pay £1,902 per year on average for heating, with the region found to have the fourth-highest proportion of homes with an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of D or lower (63.42).

Victoria Robinson, product expert at Hillarys, has shared how households can tackle the problem at home and when to seek professional advice: “Proper household maintenance is incredibly important for preventing and treating mould.

“With good ventilation from opening windows and using extractor fans where possible, you can reduce the risk of mould and dampness. If you spot mould in your home, the first step is to carefully clean the affected areas by using detergents, white vinegar or mould removers and eliminating dampness at the source.

“Cleaning your own home is important and cost-effective, but sometimes it is not enough to fix mould problems. If mould is present in large areas, normally more than 1m2,  or you find recurring mould patches, musty odours or structural damage, it is time to call in a professional or escalate with your landlord before further damage to your health and home occurs.”

 https://www.hillarys.co.uk/blinds-range/.