Who is responsible for costs relating to fire safety works on high-rise flats?

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Who is responsible for costs relating to fire safety works on high-rise flats?

February 16, 2022

The House of Commons Library has released a briefing paper considering debates over who is responsible for paying for fire safety works on blocks of flats. Read More

HSE urges designers to prepare for upcoming changes to building safety

December 27, 2021

The HSE is prompting high-rise building designers to prepare for coming changes when the Building Safety Bill becomes law. Read More

Number of unsafe buildings in London suspending ‘stay put’ strategy passes 1k – Fire Commissioner calls for urgent action

October 15, 2021

Urgent action has been called for by the London Fire Commissioner after the number of apartment blocks in London deemed unsafe exceeds 1,000. Read More

High-risk buildings: Calls for new safety standards to be incrementally extended

April 21, 2020

The Government’s plans, confirmed earlier this month by Housing Secretary Robert Jenrick, include compulsory installation of sprinkler systems and clearer emergency signing for residential buildings above 11 metres. Read More

TUC: new guidance on fire safety following Grenfell tragedy

September 20, 2017

The TUC has published new fire safety advice for trade union representatives today. Read More

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