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Saturday 24 October 2026 · London closed
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Every Financial News story tagged fire safety, newest first.
The final report of the Grenfell Tower Inquiry highlights systemic failures in government and construction, signalling decades of neglect and oversight.The Inquiry identifies combustible cladding as a key factor in the 2017 Grenfell disaster, where 72 lives were…
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The Grenfell Inquiry has issued recommendations that could radically reshape the construction industry.A new overarching construction regulator should be established.Licensing for contractors on higher-risk buildings is advised for improved safety.Revised…
The Grenfell Tower Inquiry has firmly criticised Rydon, the principal contractor, for significant failures that contributed to the 2017 disaster.The report highlights Rydon's lacklustre management and over-dependence on subcontractors which…
In a surprising development, the government has decided to extend the CE marking indefinitely and has mandated the installation of sprinklers in all new care homes. This announcement follows an…
The fire safety shortcomings identified at the under-construction Hinkley Point C nuclear plant have been addressed by all implicated firms.The Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR) served notices to four companies…
Concerns are rising over fire safety as contractors cut corners, using cheaper materials that compromise safety standards.Thermal Insulation Contractors Association (TICA) reports increased use of non-certified PIR boards on external…
Barratt Developments has reserved £192 million to address building safety issues, marking a significant commitment to remediation efforts.The funds will address fire safety concerns, including the fixing of external wall…
The recent update to the Building Regulations mandates additional staircases and evacuation shafts for residential buildings above 18 metres.Implementation of these regulations will begin in 2026, raising questions about immediate…
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