Reducing the harm

Our Mission

Mission Mould is a national campaign working to improve how damp and mould are understood, addressed and prevented.

We focus on increasing awareness, strengthening accountability, and improving access to the expertise needed to resolve mould problems effectively.

ONE MISSION. TWO HORIZONS. Mission Mould is built around a clear long-term aim, supported by a defined near-term focus.

The 5-Year Goal

The 10-Year Vision

Faster, fairer resolution of mould problems by 2030.

Over the next five years, we aim to improve how mould cases are recognised, investigated and resolved across the housing system.

This means:

clearer accountability across tenants, landlords and professionals
better identification and diagnosis of underlying causes
more consistent and timely resolution of mould issues

Get help from professionals

Our directory of Local Trusted Partners was created to help people find the specialist they need, whatever the problem.

Fewer people made ill by the homes they live in by 2035.

Over the longer term, success means a measurable reduction in the health harm associated with damp and mould exposure.

This includes improved outcomes for:

respiratory health
vulnerable groups, including children and older people
overall wellbeing linked to safer, healthier homes

Access our help resources

Our library of resources was developed to help people understand their mould problem better and take action.

HOW WE MAKE CHANGE HAPPEN

Mission Mould works to improve outcomes by bringing together three key elements:

Clear Information

Helping people better understand mould, its causes, and the pathways to resolving the issue they need to deal with.

Trusted Local Expertise

Connecting people with professionals who can properly diagnose and address mould problems.

National Awareness + Campaigning

Raising awareness of mould as a housing and public health issue, and supporting improvements in how it is addressed.

Why our work matters

The link between housing + health

Damp and mould are often treated as isolated or minor issues. In reality, they reflect wider challenges in housing conditions, building performance and system accountability.

When mould problems are not properly understood or resolved, they can persist for long periods — increasing risk to health and wellbeing.

Mission Mould exists to help change that.

Get involved

a growing national effort

Whether you are dealing with mould in your home, working professionally in this field, or part of an organisation seeking to support change, there are ways to get involved.

Take the National Mould Survey

Help us build the clearest picture yet of the UK problem with mould

Too many people are living with damp and mould without being heard or understood. By sharing your experience, you can help highlight the scale of the issue, improve awareness, and support the case for change.

Your input will contribute to a growing national picture of how mould is affecting homes, health and living conditions across the UK.

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