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Grenfell fire building safety reforms

The post-Grenfell building safety reform programme: a multi-Act regulatory regime built on the Fire Safety Act 2021 and Building Safety Act 2022, operationalised through the higher-risk buildings regime, leaseholder cost protections, the Cladding Safety Scheme and the Building Safety Regulator, and now structured around implementing the Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 1 and Phase 2 recommendations.

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15 May 2026 | Statutory Instrument linked direct

The Building Safety (Responsible Actors Scheme and Prohibitions) (Amendment) Regulations 2026

Why linked: May 2026 Building Safety (Responsible Actors Scheme and Prohibitions) (Amendment) Regulations 2026 — operationalises developer remediation contract enforcement.

These Regulations make amendments to the Building Safety (Responsible Actors Scheme and Prohibitions) Regulations 2023 (“the 2023 Regulations”). The Responsible Actors Scheme, established by the 2023 Regulations, requires relevant developers to identify relevant buildings they are responsible for and remediate …

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15 May 2026 | Consultation (open) Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Consultation on Plan Approval Requirements for New Builds and Fire Safety Order Buildings

Why linked: Open consultation on plan approval requirements for new builds and fire safety order buildings — direct on regime.

The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government is seeking views of to amend the procedural requirements of the building control process for buildings under 18 metres. The proposals relate to the introduction of more stringent building control procedural requirements …

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15 May 2026 | Consultation (closed) Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Improving Proportionality and Building Safety Outcomes in Building Control: Telecommunications work

Why linked: Improving proportionality consultation for telecommunications work — proportionality reform pathway.

This consultation seeks views on proposals to streamline the building control procedural requirements for the following types of building work within the higher-risk building regime: fibre optic cabling and mobile masts. In the case of building work to fibre optic …

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8 May 2026 | Policy paper BSR linked direct

Building Safety Regulator building control approval application data February to April 2026

Why linked: Building Safety Regulator approval application data - performance data of reform implementation

Building control approval applications received, determination times, decision outcomes and performance against statutory time limits from February to April 2026.

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29 Apr 2026 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, (a) when he will publish the analysis of responses regarding the ‘Strengthening leaseholder protections over charges and…

Why linked: April 2026 PQ on consultation analysis publication — direct on March 2026 consultations.

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, (a) when he will publish the analysis of responses regarding the ‘Strengthening leaseholder protections over charges and services’ consultation launched 4 July 2025, and (b) what

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29 Apr 2026 | Policy paper BSR linked direct

Building Safety Regulator building control approval application data January to March 2026

Why linked: Building Safety Regulator approval application data - performance data of reform implementation

Building control approval applications received, determination times, decision outcomes and performance against statutory time limits from January to March 2026.

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20 Apr 2026 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether he has made an assessment of the adequacy of the progress of remediation works on properties approved for the Cladding Safety Scheme in Slough.

Why linked: April 2026 PQ on adequacy of progress — direct on regime.

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether he has made an assessment of the adequacy of the progress of remediation works on properties approved for the Cladding Safety Scheme in Slough.

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20 Apr 2026 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, how many building control applications made under regulation 3 or 11 of the Building (Higher-Risk Buildings Procedures) (England) Regulations 2023 were determined by the Building

Why linked: April 2026 PQ on building control applications under regulation 3 — direct on Gateway 2 regime.

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, how many building control applications made under regulation 3 or 11 of the Building (Higher-Risk Buildings Procedures) (England) Regulations 2023 were determined by the Building

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20 Apr 2026 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, with reference to the Building Safety Regulator’s (BSR) report entitled Building control approval application data January to March 2026, published on 31 March 2026, what is the

Why linked: PQ on Building Safety Regulator approval applications - scrutiny of regulator performance

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, with reference to the Building Safety Regulator’s (BSR) report entitled Building control approval application data January to March 2026, published on 31 March 2026, what is the

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20 Apr 2026 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, how many formal complaints the Building Safety Regulator received this year; and how many of these complaints were upheld.

Why linked: PQ on Building Safety Regulator complaints - scrutiny of regulator

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, how many formal complaints the Building Safety Regulator received this year; and how many of these complaints were upheld.

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13 Apr 2026 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether she plans to extend statutory leaseholder protections to residents in buildings under 11 metres where freeholders…

Why linked: April 2026 PQ on extending statutory leaseholder protections — direct on regime.

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether she plans to extend statutory leaseholder protections to residents in buildings under 11 metres where freeholders seek to pass on the cost of remediation or other major …

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8 Apr 2026 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what progress the remediation enforcement unit within the Building Safety Regulator has made on its objectives.

Why linked: PQ on remediation enforcement unit progress - scrutiny of Building Safety Act implementation

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what progress the remediation enforcement unit within the Building Safety Regulator has made on its objectives.

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8 Apr 2026 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what the remit is of the external remediation team at the Building Safety Regulator; and how it is engaging with…

Why linked: PQ on external remediation team remit - scrutiny of Building Safety Regulator

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what the remit is of the external remediation team at the Building Safety Regulator; and how it is engaging with stakeholders on applications.

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8 Apr 2026 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, (a) what steps his Department is taking to reduce the backlog in Gateway 2 applications at the Building Safety Regulator…

Why linked: PQ on Gateway 2 backlog - scrutiny of Building Safety Act application process

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, (a) what steps his Department is taking to reduce the backlog in Gateway 2 applications at the Building Safety Regulator and (b) how many Gateway 2 applications are …

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8 Apr 2026 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, if he will publish details of the new batching model being trialled by the Building Safety Regulator to reduce the length…

Why linked: PQ on batching model at Building Safety Regulator - scrutiny of implementation

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, if he will publish details of the new batching model being trialled by the Building Safety Regulator to reduce the length of time taken to assess building control …

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2 Apr 2026 | Consultation (open) Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Plan approval requirements for new builds and fire safety order buildings

Why linked: April 2026 plan approval requirements consultation — direct on regime building control reform.

We are seeking views on amendments to submission and approval of plans in building control applications for new dwellings and buildings to which the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 applies.

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1 Apr 2026 | Guidance BSR HSE linked direct

Register your business as a building control approver

Why linked: April 2026 RBCA business registration guidance — direct on regime.

All private sector businesses that want to do building control work in England and Wales under the Building Act 1984 (as amended) must apply to register with the Building Safety Regulator (BSR).

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1 Apr 2026 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what steps his Department is taking to help ensure that the new Chinese Embassy (a) follows its planning permission and…

Why linked: April 2026 PQ on new regime delivery — direct on regime.

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what steps his Department is taking to help ensure that the new Chinese Embassy (a) follows its planning permission and conditions and (b) complies with building regulations.

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1 Apr 2026 | Guidance BSR HSE linked direct

Preparing a building assessment certificate application

Why linked: Guidance on building assessment certificate applications—direct operational guidance for Building Safety Regulator implementation, core to thread scope

The information principal accountable persons must submit when applying for a building assessment certificate from the Building Safety Regulator.

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31 Mar 2026 | Guidance Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Guidance on the use of remediation orders

Why linked: Guidance on remediation orders - implements Building Safety Act 2022 enforcement power

Guidance for local authorities and fire and rescue services on the use remediation orders, a Building Safety Act 2022 enforcement power.

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27 Mar 2026 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what funding is available to leaseholders for cladding remediation works on buildings under 11 metres in height.

Why linked: PQ on cladding remediation funding for buildings under 11m—directly addresses remediation funding mechanisms in scope

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what funding is available to leaseholders for cladding remediation works on buildings under 11 metres in height.

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26 Mar 2026 | Announcement Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Improving Building Safety Systems in Higher-Risk Buildings and Beyond

Why linked: 26 March 2026 HLWS1486 Lords parallel WMS — direct ministerial action.

UIN: HLWS1486 My Honourable Friend the Minister for Building Safety, Fire and Democracy (Samantha Dixon MBE MP) has today made the following statement:An effective and efficient building control system underpins the fundamental safety of homes and communities across th...

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26 Mar 2026 | Announcement Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Improving Building Safety Systems in Higher-Risk Buildings and Beyond

Why linked: 26 March 2026 HCWS1484 'Improving Building Safety Systems in Higher-Risk Buildings and Beyond' — direct ministerial action accompanying March 2026 consultations.

UIN: HCWS1484 An effective and efficient building control system underpins the fundamental safety of homes and communities across the country, built on the expertise of skilled professionals. Today I announce further steps the Department is taking to make sure this …

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26 Mar 2026 | Consultation (open) Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Redefining Category A building work consultation

Why linked: Consultation on Category A building work proportionality—relates to building control competence and regulatory framework amendments

This consultation seeks views on proposals to improve the proportionality of the building control process for Category A and Category B building work to existing buildings under the higher-risk building (HRB) control regime (‘the regime’). The consultation also seeks views …

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26 Mar 2026 | Consultation (open) linked direct

Proportionality in building control: categorisation of higher-risk building work

Why linked: Consultation on proportionality in building control and higher-risk building work—core to Building Safety Act implementation and building control reform

Seeking views on proposals to improve proportionality of 'Category A' and 'Category B' building work applications in the higher-risk regime.

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25 Mar 2026 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether the building safety regulator is (a) fully staffed and (b) working at full capacity.

Why linked: PQ on Building Safety Regulator staffing and capacity—directly relevant to BSR operational delivery

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether the building safety regulator is (a) fully staffed and (b) working at full capacity.

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25 Mar 2026 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether his Department holds information on the proportion of cases to the building safety regulator that (i) currently and (ii) historically require an extension before being as

Why linked: PQ on Building Safety Regulator case backlogs—relevant to BSR operational effectiveness

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether his Department holds information on the proportion of cases to the building safety regulator that (i) currently and (ii) historically require an extension before being as

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25 Mar 2026 | Announcement Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Approved Document B Consultation

Why linked: Approved Document B Consultation announcement referencing 58 Grenfell recommendations

UIN: HCWS1460 In my statement on 17 December 2025, I emphasised Government’s commitment to addressing all 58 recommendations made by the Grenfell Inquiry following the Phase 2 Report and noted that we have taken several significant steps already to build …

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24 Mar 2026 | Impact assessment Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

The Future Homes and Buildings Standards: impact assessments

Why linked: March 2026 Future Homes and Buildings Standards impact assessments — adjacent on Parts L and F (energy/ventilation) building regulations changes, regime-adjacent.

Impact assessments for the changes to Parts 6, L and F of the Building Regulations.

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↓ Future Homes Standard impact assessment (88pp)
24 Mar 2026 | Consultation (closed) BSR HSE linked direct

ICC Client Principles – Feedback form

Why linked: ICC Client Principles feedback on Building Safety Act 2022 and Part 2A - implements dutyholder expectations from reform

The Building Safety Act 2022, and the subsequent addition of Part 2A into the Building Regulations 2010, established clear expectations of clients as dutyholders, recognising their important role in shaping safe buildings. Many clients want to do the right thing, …

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13 Mar 2026 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether his Department holds data on the number of occasions Vistry has undertaken structural remedial works without obtaining the necessary Building Control approval in each of

Why linked: March 2026 PQ on Vista compliance — direct on regime.

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether his Department holds data on the number of occasions Vistry has undertaken structural remedial works without obtaining the necessary Building Control approval in each of

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13 Mar 2026 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether the Government plans to review the statutory height threshold for a higher-risk building under the Building Safety Act 2022.

Why linked: PQ on statutory height threshold review - implementation question on Building Safety Act 2022

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether the Government plans to review the statutory height threshold for a higher-risk building under the Building Safety Act 2022.

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13 Mar 2026 | Consultation (open) BSR HSE linked direct

Conditions of Authorisation Review & Fire Doorsets self-certification - Call for Evidence

Why linked: Conditions of Authorisation Review directly relates to self-certification schemes and fire safety regulatory reform in scope

The Building Safety Regulator has launched a review of the Conditions of Authorisation to ensure that existing Self Certification Schemes remain effective, proportionate and fit for purpose within the current building safety regulatory framework. Through this call for evidence, we …

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12 Mar 2026 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether he has made an assessment of the adequacy of statutory requirements applying to developers to notify the relevant Building Control authority before commencing structural

Why linked: March 2026 PQ on statutory adequacy — direct on regime.

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether he has made an assessment of the adequacy of statutory requirements applying to developers to notify the relevant Building Control authority before commencing structural

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12 Mar 2026 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what steps his Department is taking to help ensure that developers comply with statutory obligations to obtain Building Control approval for significant remedial works on complet

Why linked: March 2026 PQ on developer behaviour — direct on regime.

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what steps his Department is taking to help ensure that developers comply with statutory obligations to obtain Building Control approval for significant remedial works on complet

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11 Mar 2026 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

To ask His Majesty's Government when they plan to bring forward reforms to the Building Safety Act 2022 to allow the First Tier Tribunal to confer accountable person responsibilities to a section 24 building manager; and whether they plan to introduce tho

Why linked: PQ on Building Safety Act 2022 reforms and First Tier Tribunal - implementation question

To ask His Majesty's Government when they plan to bring forward reforms to the Building Safety Act 2022 to allow the First Tier Tribunal to confer accountable person responsibilities to a section 24 building manager; and whether they plan to …

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11 Mar 2026 | Policy paper BSR linked direct

Building Safety Regulator building control approval application data December 2025 to February 2026

Why linked: BSR building control approval application data tracks performance of post-Grenfell Building Safety Regulator

Building control approval applications received, determination times, decision outcomes and performance against statutory time limits from December 2025 to February 2026.

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10 Mar 2026 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, how many additional staff were recruited to the Building Safety Regulator by the end of 2025; and whether the recruitment target set for that year was met.

Why linked: PQ on Building Safety Regulator staffing recruitment—directly addresses BSR operational capacity

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, how many additional staff were recruited to the Building Safety Regulator by the end of 2025; and whether the recruitment target set for that year was met.

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10 Mar 2026 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what the current average time is between submission and approval of Gateway 2 applications for cladding remediation works on high-risk buildings.

Why linked: PQ on cladding remediation Gateway 2 approval timescales—addresses Cladding Safety Scheme regulatory delivery

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what the current average time is between submission and approval of Gateway 2 applications for cladding remediation works on high-risk buildings.

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10 Mar 2026 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, how many cladding remediation applications submitted to the Building Safety Regulator have exceeded the 12-week service level agreement for determination since November 2025.

Why linked: Parliamentary question on cladding remediation applications directly addresses Grenfell Tower remediation programme delivery

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, how many cladding remediation applications submitted to the Building Safety Regulator have exceeded the 12-week service level agreement for determination since November 2025.

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9 Mar 2026 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what assessment she has made of the potential merits of basing eligibility for cladding remediation support on fire safety risk.

Why linked: PQ on cladding remediation support eligibility—relates to remediation funding schemes within scope

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what assessment she has made of the potential merits of basing eligibility for cladding remediation support on fire safety risk.

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6 Mar 2026 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what recent assessment he has made of the effectiveness of the Building Safety Regulator in Surrey.

Why linked: March 2026 PQ on regime effectiveness — direct on regime.

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what recent assessment he has made of the effectiveness of the Building Safety Regulator in Surrey.

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4 Mar 2026 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether his Department is taking steps to increase staffing capacity at the Building Safety Regulator.

Why linked: PQ on Building Safety Regulator staffing capacity—directly relevant to BSR operational readiness

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether his Department is taking steps to increase staffing capacity at the Building Safety Regulator.

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4 Mar 2026 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what estimate he has made of the average waiting for the Building Safety Regulator to approve the remediation of residential flats in London.

Why linked: PQ on Building Safety Regulator approval waiting times for remediation—addresses BSR operational effectiveness and remediation delivery

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what estimate he has made of the average waiting for the Building Safety Regulator to approve the remediation of residential flats in London.

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4 Mar 2026 | Committee report National Ambulance Resilience Unit linked direct

Letter from the Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Building Safety, Fire and Democracy to the Chair dated 25 February 2026 concerning the publication of the first annual report to Parliament on the Implementation of the recommendations of the Grenfell Tower Inquiry

Why linked: Parliamentary letter on first annual report from BSR—substantive ministerial communication on regulator progress

Direction: to_committee

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2 Mar 2026 | Policy paper Cabinet Office Department for Business and Trade Department for Work and Pensions HSE Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government Ministry of Justice linked direct

Grenfell Tower Inquiry Government Annual Report: February 2026 translations

Why linked: February 2026 Grenfell Annual Report translations — companion to 62501.

Translations of the ministerial foreword and executive summary of the February 2026 Grenfell Tower Inquiry Government Annual Report.

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2 Mar 2026 | Other Cabinet Office linked direct

Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Recommendations Dashboard - User Guide

Why linked: Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Recommendations Dashboard user guide—supporting resource for Phase 2 recommendations implementation tracking

Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Recommendations Dashboard user guide—supporting resource for Phase 2 recommendations implementation tracking

In response to: Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 recommendations

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2 Mar 2026 | Policy paper Cabinet Office Department for Business and Trade Department for Work and Pensions HSE Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government Ministry of Justice linked direct

Grenfell Tower Inquiry Government Annual Report: February 2026

Why linked: Grenfell Tower Inquiry Government Annual Report February 2026—core progress report on implementation of Phase 2 recommendations

Annual Report on the government’s progress in implementing the Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 recommendations.

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↓ Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2: Annual Report February 2026 ↓ Annual Report February 2026: summary update ↓ Annual Report February 2026: the construction industry ↓ Annual Report February 2026: fire and rescue services ↓ Annual Report February 2026: response and recovery ↓ Annual Report February 2026: vulnerable people and Phase 1
2 Mar 2026 | Consultation (open) BSR HSE linked direct

Building Safety Regulator - Resident Panel Chairperson Recruitment

Why linked: Building Safety Regulator Resident Panel recruitment - statutory requirement from Building Safety Act 2022

BSR recruits Chair Person for Residents Panel Do you live in a high rise building in England? Do you feel you have something to offer on behalf of other people who live in high rise buildings? Do you feel you …

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2 Mar 2026 | Other Cabinet Office Department for Business and Trade Department for Work and Pensions HSE Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government Ministry of Justice Context · primary home: Building Safety Act Implement… linked evidence

Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2: Annual Report February 2026

Why linked: Filled the "Building Safety Programme delivery and oversight documents" gap via web research

In response to: Grenfell Tower Inquiry Government Annual Report: February 2026

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27 Feb 2026 | Policy paper BSR linked direct

Building Safety Regulator building control approval application data November 2025 to January 2026

Why linked: BSR building control approval application data Nov 2025 to Jan 2026 — monthly operational data.

Building control approval applications received, determination times, decision outcomes and performance against statutory time limits from November 2025 to January 2026.

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27 Feb 2026 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what data his Department holds on the average time taken to complete cladding remediation works on residential buildings of approximately 20 to 25 storeys; what evidence underpin

Why linked: PQ on average time for cladding remediation completion—addresses remediation delivery metrics and outcomes

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what data his Department holds on the average time taken to complete cladding remediation works on residential buildings of approximately 20 to 25 storeys; what evidence underpin

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25 Feb 2026 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what deadline the Government has set for residential freeholders to complete remediation works on buildings with unsafe cladding; and what steps he will take in cases where such

Why linked: PQ on deadline for remediation works completion—addresses remediation programme delivery and compliance requirements

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what deadline the Government has set for residential freeholders to complete remediation works on buildings with unsafe cladding; and what steps he will take in cases where such

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25 Feb 2026 | Other Cabinet Office Department for Business and Trade Department for Work and Pensions HSE Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government Ministry of Justice linked direct

Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2: Government progress reports

Why linked: Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 government progress reports collection—core resource tracking implementation of recommendations

Reports on the government’s progress in responding to the Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 recommendations.

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23 Feb 2026 | Debate linked direct

Building Safety Regulator

Why linked: Parliamentary debate on Building Safety Regulator—substantive policy debate on regulator performance and building safety reform

Commons Chamber debate | Commons

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19 Feb 2026 | Policy paper BSR HSE linked direct

Building Safety Regulator building control approval application data September to December 2025

Why linked: BSR building control approval application data Sept-Dec 2025 — monthly operational data.

Building control approval applications received, determination times, decision outcomes and performance against statutory time limits from September to December 2025.

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11 Feb 2026 | Research Industry and Regulators Committee linked direct

Government response to the Committee’s report on the Building Safety Regulator,The Building Safety Regulator: Building a better regulator, 11 February 2026

Why linked: Government response to parliamentary committee report on Building Safety Regulator—official policy response to scrutiny of regulator

Government response to parliamentary committee report on Building Safety Regulator—official policy response to scrutiny of regulator

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27 Jan 2026 | Consultation (open) Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Improving proportionality and safety outcomes in building control: telecommunications work

Why linked: January 2026 BSR consultation on proportionality and safety outcomes for telecoms — proportionality reform pathway.

January 2026 BSR consultation on proportionality and safety outcomes for telecoms — proportionality reform pathway.

In response to: Improving proportionality and safety outcomes in building control: telecommunications work

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27 Jan 2026 | Announcement BSR Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

BSR becomes standalone body in landmark step towards single construction regulator

Why linked: News announcement on Building Safety Regulator becoming standalone body—major structural reform within building safety reforms

The Building Safety Regulator will put residents at the heart of everything it does and promote higher standards and culture change in the built environment.

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27 Jan 2026 | Announcement Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Building Safety

Why linked: Parliamentary statement on Building Safety Regulator transition to non-departmental body—key policy announcement on BSR governance reform

UIN: HCWS1279 Today, the Building Safety Regulator (BSR) moves from the Health and Safety Executive to become a new non-departmental body of the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government. We are also launching the first phase of work to …

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27 Jan 2026 | Announcement Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Building Safety

Why linked: Ministerial statement on Building Safety Regulator becoming standalone body—formal government announcement of structural reform

UIN: HLWS1279 My Honourable Friend the Minister for Building Safety, Fire and Democracy (Samantha Dixon MBE MP) has today made the following statement:Today, the Building Safety Regulator (BSR) moves from the Health and Safety Executive to become a new non-departmental...

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16 Jan 2026 | Consultation (closed) Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Building control: charges, notices and certificates

Why linked: January 2026 consultation on local authority building control charges, notices and certificates — direct on regime.

We are seeking views on reforms to charges for local authority building control services.

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14 Jan 2026 | Policy paper Cabinet Office Department for Business and Trade Department for Work and Pensions HSE Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government Ministry of Justice linked direct

Grenfell Tower Inquiry Government Progress Report: December 2025 translations

Why linked: Grenfell Tower Inquiry Government Progress Report December 2025 translations—progress report on Phase 2 recommendations implementation

Translations of the December 2025 Grenfell Tower Inquiry Government Progress Report summary update.

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12 Jan 2026 | Statutory Instrument linked direct

The Building Safety Regulator (Establishment of New Body and Transfer of Functions etc.) Regulations 2026

Why linked: Building Safety Regulator establishment regulations - core statutory instrument creating the key enforcement body

These Regulations provide for the establishment of a new body, the Building Safety Regulator and for that body to replace the Health and Safety Executive as the building safety regulator for the purposes of the Building Safety Act 2022.

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22 Dec 2025 | Other BSR HSE linked direct

Continuous review of Approved Document B

Why linked: Continuous review of Approved Document B—Building Safety Regulator fire safety guidance development, core to building safety regulatory framework

The Building Safety Regulator continually reviews and updates Approved Document B so fire guidance stays clear, proportionate and up to date.

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17 Dec 2025 | Announcement Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Grenfell Tower Inquiry Recommendations – Progress

Why linked: Parliamentary news announcement on Grenfell Tower Inquiry recommendations progress—ministerial statement on Phase 2 implementation

UIN: HCWS1195 The Grenfell Tower fire in 2017 was a national tragedy that highlighted profound failures across systems, safeguards and oversight and led to the avoidable deaths of 72 innocent people.Eight years on, the bereaved, survivors, and immediate community conti...

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17 Dec 2025 | Announcement Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Grenfell Tower Inquiry Recommendations – Progress

Why linked: Ministerial statement on Grenfell Tower Inquiry recommendations progress—formal government update on recommendation implementation

UIN: HLWS1193 My Honourable Friend the Minister for Building Safety, Fire and Democracy (Samantha Dixon MBE MP) has today made the following statement:The Grenfell Tower fire in 2017 was a national tragedy that highlighted profound failures across systems, safeguards a...

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17 Dec 2025 | Other Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Grenfell Tower Inquiry Recommendations – Progress

Why linked: Parliamentary notice on Grenfell Tower Inquiry recommendations progress—government progress statement on Phase 2 implementation

The Grenfell Tower fire in 2017 was a national tragedy that highlighted profound failures across systems, safeguards and oversight and led to the avoidable deaths of 72 innocent people.Eight years on, the bereaved, survivors, and immediate community conti... Answer: The …

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17 Dec 2025 | Other Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Grenfell Tower Inquiry Recommendations – Progress

Why linked: Parliamentary statement on Grenfell Tower Inquiry recommendations progress—ministerial update on recommendation implementation

My Honourable Friend the Minister for Building Safety, Fire and Democracy (Samantha Dixon MBE MP) has today made the following statement:The Grenfell Tower fire in 2017 was a national tragedy that highlighted profound failures across systems, safeguards a... Answer: My …

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17 Dec 2025 | Analysis Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Definition of higher-risk buildings: initial review and plans for ongoing review

Why linked: Definition of higher-risk buildings initial review—Building Safety Regulator review of scope of regulatory regime

Definition of higher-risk buildings initial review—Building Safety Regulator review of scope of regulatory regime

In response to: Review of the definition of higher-risk buildings

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17 Dec 2025 | Government response Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Letter on government response to definition of higher-risk buildings review

Why linked: Government response letter on definition of higher-risk buildings review—policy response on building definition scope

Government response letter on definition of higher-risk buildings review—policy response on building definition scope

In response to: Review of the definition of higher-risk buildings

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17 Dec 2025 | Policy paper Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Review of the definition of higher-risk buildings

Why linked: Review of definition of higher-risk buildings—Building Safety Regulator policy review of regulatory scope and thresholds

The results of the Building Safety Regulator’s initial review of the definition of higher-risk buildings and plans for the ongoing review.

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17 Dec 2025 | Government response Cabinet Office Department for Business and Trade Department for Work and Pensions HSE Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government Ministry of Justice linked direct

Implementation timeline for Grenfell Tower Inquiry recommendations

Why linked: Implementation timeline for Grenfell Tower Inquiry recommendations—key document tracking delivery schedule for Phase 2 recommendations

Implementation timeline for Grenfell Tower Inquiry recommendations—key document tracking delivery schedule for Phase 2 recommendations

In response to: Grenfell Tower Inquiry Government Progress Report: December 2025

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17 Dec 2025 | Policy paper Cabinet Office Department for Business and Trade Department for Work and Pensions HSE Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government Ministry of Justice linked direct

Grenfell Tower Inquiry Government Progress Report: December 2025

Why linked: Grenfell Tower Inquiry Government Progress Report December 2025—core progress report on Phase 2 recommendations and Phase 1 updates

This page sets out the government’s progress in the Grenfell Tower Inquiry’s Phase 2 recommendations and updates on Phase 1 recommendations.

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17 Dec 2025 | Other linked implements

Grenfell Tower Inquiry: Government Progress Report — Summary Update (Third Report, December 2025)

Why linked: One of the quarterly progress reports committed to in the government response; records completion of further recommendations and publication of the Single Construction Regulator prospectus.

This is the government's third progress report on the Grenfell Tower Inquiry: Phase 2 recommendations… the government accepted all of the Inquiry's findings and is taking action on all 58 recommendations.

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10 Dec 2025 | Committee sitting Delegated Legislation Committee linked direct

Delegated Legislation Committee: Draft Building Safety Regulator (Establishment of New Body and Transfer of Functions etc.) Regulations 2026

Why linked: 10 December 2025 Commons DLC on BSR Establishment Regulations 2026 — committee membership and proceedings.

The Committee consisted of the following Members: Chair: Valerie Vaz † Amos, Gideon (Taunton and Wellington) (LD) † Argar, Edward (Melton and Syston) (Con) † Asser, James (West Ham and Beckton) (Lab) † Bacon, Gareth (Orpington) (Con) † Cocking, Lewis …

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28 Nov 2025 | Policy paper BSR HSE linked direct

Building Safety Regulator building control approval application data August to November 2025

Why linked: BSR building control approval application data Aug-Nov 2025 — monthly operational data.

Building control approval applications received, determination times, decision outcomes and performance against statutory time limits from August to November 2025.

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14 Nov 2025 | Consultation (closed) Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Consultation to Reform Building Control Charges

Why linked: Consultation to Reform Building Control Charges (November 2025) — direct on building control regime.

The regulations for charges for Local Authority Building Control services were last updated significantly in 2010 and therefore do not reflect the various changes to the Building Act and building regulations following the tragic fire at Grenfell Tower in 2017. …

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12 Nov 2025 | Policy paper BSR HSE linked direct

Building Safety Regulator building control approval application data October 2025

Why linked: Building Safety Regulator performance data on building control approvals, operational accountability

Building control approval applications received, determination times, decision outcomes and performance against statutory time limits up to October 2025.

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↓ Building control approval application data October 2025
11 Nov 2025 | Announcement Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Update on the Building Safety Regulator

Why linked: 11 November 2025 HCWS1042 — direct ministerial action on BSR transition.

UIN: HCWS1042 In June 2025, my department announced changes to the Building Safety Regulator (BSR). Today I am laying before the House draft regulations which will move the functions of the Building Safety Regulator out of the Health and Safety …

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11 Nov 2025 | Other Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Update on the Building Safety Regulator

Why linked: November 2025 Lords WMS update on the BSR — direct ministerial action on regime.

My Honourable Friend the Minister for Building Safety, Fire and Democracy (Samantha Dixon MBE MP) has today made the following statement:In June 2025, my department announced changes to the Building Safety Regulator (BSR). Today I am laying before the Hou... …

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11 Nov 2025 | Announcement Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Update on the Building Safety Regulator

Why linked: Update on Building Safety Regulator - parliamentary notice of BSR operational changes

UIN: HLWS1038 My Honourable Friend the Minister for Building Safety, Fire and Democracy (Samantha Dixon MBE MP) has today made the following statement:In June 2025, my department announced changes to the Building Safety Regulator (BSR). Today I am laying before …

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11 Nov 2025 | Other Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Update on the Building Safety Regulator

Why linked: Update on Building Safety Regulator - ministerial statement on BSR institutional reform

In June 2025, my department announced changes to the Building Safety Regulator (BSR). Today I am laying before the House draft regulations which will move the functions of the Building Safety Regulator out of the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), …

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10 Nov 2025 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Buildings: Safety

Why linked: PQ on accreditation scheme for building safety consultants—relates to competence frameworks for building control professionals within scope

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether the Government plans to introduce a national standard or accreditation scheme for consultants conducting fire risk and structural integrity assessments under the Building Answer: The Grenfell Tower …

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27 Oct 2025 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Fire Prevention: Certification

Why linked: October 2025 PQ on Fire Prevention certification — direct on regime.

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether he will introduce a legislative requirement that all fire risk assessors must have certification in order to carry out assessments of high-risk premises. Answer: The Grenfell Tower …

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22 Oct 2025 | Research House of Commons Library linked direct

Debate on the performance of the Building Safety Regulator

Why linked: October 2025 Commons Library debate pack on BSR performance — independent scrutiny baseline.

Type: Commons Debate Pack (CDP-2025-0198) A debate has been scheduled in Westminster Hall for 3.10pm on 23 October on the performance of the Building Safety Regulator. The debate will be opened by Chris Curtis MP and Mike Reader MP.

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30 Sep 2025 | Government response Cabinet Office Department for Business and Trade Department for Work and Pensions HSE Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government Ministry of Justice linked direct

Implementation timeline for Grenfell Tower Inquiry recommendations

Why linked: Implementation timeline for Grenfell Tower Inquiry recommendations September 2025—progress tracking document for Phase 2 recommendations

Implementation timeline for Grenfell Tower Inquiry recommendations September 2025—progress tracking document for Phase 2 recommendations

In response to: Grenfell Tower Inquiry Government Progress Report: September 2025

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30 Sep 2025 | Policy paper Cabinet Office Department for Business and Trade Department for Work and Pensions HSE Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government Ministry of Justice linked direct

Grenfell Tower Inquiry Government Progress Report: September 2025

Why linked: Grenfell Tower Inquiry Government Progress Report September 2025—quarterly progress report on Phase 2 recommendations implementation

This page sets out the government’s progress in the Grenfell Tower Inquiry’s Phase 2 recommendations and updates on Phase 1 recommendations.

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25 Sep 2025 | Consultation (closed) HSE linked direct

Industry Competence Committee - Setting Expectations for Competence Management

Why linked: Industry Competence Committee competence management guidance - relates to skills and knowledge gaps from Grenfell

The Industry Competence Committee invites feedback from Industry on its guidance document, Setting Expectations for Competence Management. The Industry Competence Committee (ICC) was formed under the Building Safety Act 2022 to provide strategic leadership, assistance and encouragement to facilitate the …

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17 Sep 2025 | Statutory Instrument linked direct

The Building Regulations etc. (Amendment) (England) Regulations 2025

Why linked: Building Regulations etc. (Amendment) (England) Regulations 2025 — operationalises Part 3 BSA 2022.

These Regulations amend the Building (Registered Building Control Approvers etc.) (England) Regulations 2024 (S.I. 2024/110) (“the RBCA Regulations”) and the Building Regulations 2010 (S.I. 2010/2214) (“the 2010 Regulations”) as they apply in relation to England.

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1 Sep 2025 | Guidance Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Building Safety Fund: Information for leaseholders and residents

Why linked: Building Safety Fund guidance for leaseholders - directly implements leaseholder protections and remediation funding mechanisms in scope

Information to support leaseholders and residents living in buildings in the Building Safety Fund (BSF).

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1 Sep 2025 | Guidance Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Social sector ACM cladding remediation fund: application guidance

Why linked: Social sector ACM cladding remediation fund guidance - directly supports remediation funding scheme (Cladding Safety Scheme) within explicit scope

Guide for social landlords who can apply for funding to assist with replacing Aluminium Composite Material (ACM) cladding systems on their social residential buildings.

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1 Sep 2025 | Guidance Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Private sector ACM cladding remediation fund: prospectus

Why linked: Private sector ACM cladding remediation fund prospectus - directly supports remediation funding scheme within explicit scope

Guide for responsible entities who can apply for funding to assist with replacing unsafe Aluminium Composite Material (ACM) cladding systems on private residential buildings.

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1 Sep 2025 | Guidance Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Building Safety Fund: process guide for residents

Why linked: Building Safety Fund process guide for residents - implementation guidance for remediation funding scheme explicitly in scope

The Building Safety Fund (BSF) provides funding to fix life safety fire risks associated with cladding in buildings over 18 metres high. This guide explains the process.

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1 Sep 2025 | Other Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Building Safety Fund guidance for new applications 2022

Why linked: Building Safety Fund guidance for new applications 2022 - core remediation funding scheme documentation

Building Safety Fund guidance for new applications 2022 - core remediation funding scheme documentation

In response to: Building Safety Fund guidance for new applications 2022

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1 Sep 2025 | Guidance Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Building Safety Fund guidance for new applications 2022

Why linked: Building Safety Fund guidance for new applications 2022 - detailed remediation funding scheme guidance

Building Safety Fund for the remediation of fire risks associated with cladding in high rise buildings (England only): new applications from 28 July 2022.

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18 Aug 2025 | Policy paper Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Joint plan to accelerate social housing remediation and improve resident experience

Why linked: Joint plan to accelerate social housing remediation - government policy coordination on remediation delivery

Social landlords, regulators and government have committed to work together to accelerate remediation of unsafe cladding on social housing and improve resident experience.

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↓ Joint plan to accelerate remediation of social housing
29 Jul 2025 | Other Building Control Independent Panel Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Building Control Independent Panel - informing recommendations to government

Why linked: Building Control Independent Panel terms-of-reference companion document — directly on BSR reform.

Building Control Independent Panel terms-of-reference companion document — directly on BSR reform.

In response to: Building Control Independent Panel - informing recommendations to government

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29 Jul 2025 | Consultation (closed) Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Building Control Independent Panel call for evidence

Why linked: Building Control Independent Panel call for evidence (July 2025) — directly on regulator reform pathway.

This call for evidence is being issued following the publication of the Building Control Independent Panel's Terms of Reference and 'problem statement' at Building Control Independent Panel (BCIP) – Terms of Reference - GOV.UK , and Problem statement for the …

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17 Jul 2025 | Announcement Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Deadline set for unsafe cladding removal

Why linked: Deadline set for unsafe cladding removal - policy announcement on remediation acceleration and funding

Strict deadlines for landlords to fix unsafe cladding and over £1 billion allocated to make social tenants safe.

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17 Jul 2025 | Announcement Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Update on the Remediation Acceleration Plan

Why linked: Update on Remediation Acceleration Plan - government delivery update on cladding remediation policy

UIN: HCWS849 On 2 December 2024, this Government published its Remediation Acceleration Plan, setting out our approach to accelerating the remediation of residential buildings with unsafe cladding in England and improving the experience of affected residents.Today, we...

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17 Jul 2025 | Other linked implements

Written Ministerial Statement: Remediation Acceleration Plan — Phase 2 Update (July 2025)

Why linked: Announces the second phase of the Remediation Acceleration Plan, including the forthcoming Remediation Bill, equal access funding for social landlords, and a National Remediation System.

We will also bring forward a Remediation Bill as soon as parliamentary time allows, which will focus on accelerating the remediation of historic unsafe cladding and protecting leaseholders.

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10 Jul 2025 | Other Cabinet Office linked direct

Procurement Act 2023 investigations

Why linked: July 2025 Procurement Act 2023 investigations material — directly references Grenfell context and government response.

We will never forget the 72 lives lost following the Grenfell Tower tragedy eight years ago. The government is grateful to Sir Martin Moore-Bick and the Grenfell Tower Inquiry team for laying bare the truths in their reports.When the Grenfell …

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10 Jul 2025 | Impact assessment Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities linked direct

Building Safety Levy: Assessment of Impact (Impact Assessment, 2025)

Why linked: Building Safety Levy Impact Assessment - statutory mechanism for funding building safety reform, explicitly in scope

The Building Safety Levy is a new tax, charged on new residential developments that require building control approval in England, for the purpose of meeting building safety expenditure.

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4 Jul 2025 | Announcement Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Residential Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (Residential PEEPs)

Why linked: July 2025 HCWS782 Residential Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans — direct ministerial action on Phase 1 recommendations.

UIN: HCWS782 The government is today laying regulations to address the last three outstanding Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 1 recommendations, on Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans, or PEEPs, and building-level evacuation plans. The Fire Safety (Residential Evacuation...

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4 Jul 2025 | Other Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Residential Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (Residential PEEPs)

Why linked: Residential PEEPs parliamentary notice - government response to Grenfell Inquiry Phase 1 recommendations on fire safety

The government is today laying regulations to address the last three outstanding Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 1 recommendations, on Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans, or PEEPs, and building-level evacuation plans. The Fire Safety (Residential Evacuation... Answer: The government is today laying …

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30 Jun 2025 | Announcement Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Changes to the Building Safety Regulator

Why linked: 30 June 2025 Lords WMS on changes to the Building Safety Regulator — direct ministerial action.

UIN: HLWS746 My Honourable Friend the Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Building Safety, Fire and Local Growth (Alex Norris MP) has today made the following statement:Today I am updating Parliament on changes to the Building Safety Regulator (BSR).The governm...

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30 Jun 2025 | Announcement Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Changes to the Building Safety Regulator

Why linked: Changes to Building Safety Regulator announcement - ministerial statement on key regulator reform

UIN: HCWS749 Today I am updating Parliament on changes to the Building Safety Regulator (BSR).The government’s response to the Grenfell Inquiry set out our commitment to take forward the recommendation for a ‘single construction regulator’ for the building system, to …

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5 Jun 2025 | Other Home Office Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Progress against the Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 1 recommendations, February 2025

Why linked: Progress against Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 1 recommendations, February 2025 - tracking implementation of Grenfell-related reforms

Progress against Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 1 recommendations, February 2025 - tracking implementation of Grenfell-related reforms

In response to: Thematic update on progress against the Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 1 recommendations

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5 Jun 2025 | Other Home Office Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Progress against the Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 1 recommendations, September 2024 (accessible)

Why linked: Progress against Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 1 recommendations, September 2024 - tracking implementation of Grenfell-related reforms

Progress against Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 1 recommendations, September 2024 - tracking implementation of Grenfell-related reforms

In response to: Thematic update on progress against the Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 1 recommendations

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2 Jun 2025 | Policy paper Cabinet Office Home Office Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked evidence

Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report: Government response

Why linked: Filled the "Government Response to Grenfell Inquiry recommendations" gap via web research

This document sets out the government’s response to the Grenfell Tower Inquiry’s Phase 2 report, which was published on 4 September 2024.

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28 May 2025 | Guidance Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Criteria for determining whether a building is a higher-risk building during the occupation phase of the new higher-risk regime

Why linked: Criteria for higher-risk buildings during occupation - Building Safety Act 2022 implementation guidance

This guidance relates to the legal criteria for determining whether a building is considered a higher-risk building under the Building Safety Act 2022 and the Higher-Risk Buildings (Descriptions and Supplementary Provisions) Regulations 2023. It relates to the definition of higher-risk …

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28 May 2025 | Guidance Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Criteria for determining whether an existing building is a higher-risk building during building work

Why linked: Criteria for higher-risk buildings during building work - Building Safety Act 2022 implementation guidance

This guidance relates to the legal criteria for determining whether a building is considered a higher-risk building under the Building Safety Act 2022 and the Higher-Risk Buildings (Descriptions and Supplementary Provisions) Regulations 2023. It relates to the definition of higher-risk …

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28 May 2025 | Guidance Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Criteria for determining whether a new building that is being designed and constructed is a "higher-risk building"

Why linked: Criteria for new higher-risk buildings - Building Safety Act 2022 implementation guidance

This guidance relates to the legal criteria for determining whether a proposed new building is considered a higher-risk building under the Building Act 1984 (as amended by the Building Safety Act 2022) and the Higher-Risk Buildings (Descriptions and Supplementary Provisions) …

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14 May 2025 | Other linked scrutiny

HCLG Committee calls for independent national oversight mechanism on Grenfell Inquiry recommendations

Why linked: The HCLG Committee's key scrutiny output from its short inquiry into the government's Grenfell response, calling for independent oversight and raising concerns about PEEPs, the BSR and fire services.

The Government should introduce an independent national oversight mechanism and not be 'left marking its own homework' when implementing the recommendations of the Grenfell Tower inquiry.

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7 May 2025 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of delays in approving Gateway 2 applications by the Building Safety Regulator on housebuilding targets.

Why linked: May 2025 PQ on potential impact of delays — direct on regime.

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of delays in approving Gateway 2 applications by the Building Safety Regulator on housebuilding targets.

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7 May 2025 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what assessment she has made of the effectiveness of the Building Safety Regulator.

Why linked: May 2025 PQ on regime effectiveness — direct on regime.

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what assessment she has made of the effectiveness of the Building Safety Regulator.

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7 May 2025 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether she has made an assessment of the potential merits of providing additional resources to the Building Safety Regulator.

Why linked: May 2025 PQ on regime potential merits — direct on regime.

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether she has made an assessment of the potential merits of providing additional resources to the Building Safety Regulator.

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1 Apr 2025 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, if she will publish the full tranching model from the Building Safety Regulator setting out the approach to be taken for calling in applications for building assessment certifica

Why linked: April 2025 PQ on BSR tranching model — direct on regulator capacity.

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, if she will publish the full tranching model from the Building Safety Regulator setting out the approach to be taken for calling in applications for building assessment certifica

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1 Apr 2025 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether she plans to review provisions within the Building Safety Act 2022 on removing the leasehold protection provisions for shared ownership leaseholders who staircase to 100%

Why linked: April 2025 PQ on Building Safety Act provisions review — direct on regime.

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether she plans to review provisions within the Building Safety Act 2022 on removing the leasehold protection provisions for shared ownership leaseholders who staircase to 100%

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27 Mar 2025 | Other BSR HSE linked direct

Design and construction of higher-risk buildings

Why linked: Design and construction of higher-risk buildings - Building Safety Act 2022 compliance guidance

What clients, principal designers and principal contractors must do to follow the Building Safety Act 2022 and the Building Safety Regulator (BSR).

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26 Mar 2025 | Consultation outcome Welsh Government linked direct

New building control regime for higher-risk buildings and wider changes to the building regulations in Wales

Why linked: Welsh consultation outcome on the new building control regime in Wales — Welsh parallel regime.

We want your views on proposed changes to the building control regime and building regulations in Wales.

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25 Mar 2025 | Guidance BSR HSE linked direct

Building control bodies: professional codes and standards

Why linked: Guidance on professional codes and standards for building control bodies—directly relevant to building control competence frameworks in scope

The codes and standards that building control bodies must follow.

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↓ Operational standards rules monitoring arrangements ↓ Professional conduct rules for registered building control … ↓ The strategic context for the regulatory framework
24 Mar 2025 | Consultation outcome Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities linked direct

​​Building Safety Levy: technical consultation ​

Why linked: Building Safety Levy technical consultation outcome - statutory funding mechanism for building safety within explicit scope

​​This consultation seeks views on the design and implementation of the building safety levy, which will apply to certain new residential buildings requiring building control approval in England.

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↓ Building Safety Levy: Technical consultation response
24 Mar 2025 | Announcement Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Building Safety Levy

Why linked: Building Safety Levy announcement - statutory power under Building Safety Act 2022

UIN: HCWS546 The Building Safety Act 2022 introduced a power for the Secretary of State to introduce a levy on new residential buildings requiring certain building control approvals in England, to raise revenue for the purpose of building safety expenditure. …

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24 Mar 2025 | Announcement Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Building Safety Levy

Why linked: Building Safety Levy statement - statutory power implementation from Building Safety Act 2022

UIN: HLWS544 My Honourable Friend the Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Local Growth and Building Safety (Alex Norris MP) has today made the following statement:The Building Safety Act 2022 introduced a power for the Secretary of State to introduce …

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21 Mar 2025 | Written evidence linked direct

In December 2024, MHCLG published remediation cost information per square metre for high–rise buildings over 18 metres in the Building Safety Fund with a view to helping building owners understand the expected 56 Qq 31, 93, 93, 118; CA&G’s Report paras 13, 3.1, Appendix One 57 Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government, Annex A: Technical guidance for applicants of building safety funding applying for funding via PAS 9980: 2022, updated 2 April 2024 58 RDC0099 Written evidence submit...

Why linked: December 2024 MHCLG remediation cost data per square metre for buildings 18m+ in the Building Safety Fund — directly on remediation funding mechanism.

In December 2024, MHCLG published remediation cost information per square metre for high–rise buildings over 18 metres in the Building Safety Fund with a view to helping building owners understand the expected 56 Qq 31, 93, 93, 118; CA&G’s Report …

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21 Mar 2025 | Written evidence linked direct

We heard concerns about insufficient capacity and capability at the Building Safety Regulator (BSR), which oversees the safety and standards of buildings over 18 metres. The HBF told us that the BSR was continuing to hold up development, including self-remediation work, for buildings over 18 metres. In written evidence, the HBF reported that applications to the BSR 31 Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government, Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report: Government response, 26 February...

Why linked: Parliamentary evidence on Building Safety Regulator capacity and oversight - scrutiny of key reform body

We heard concerns about insufficient capacity and capability at the Building Safety Regulator (BSR), which oversees the safety and standards of buildings over 18 metres. The HBF told us that the BSR was continuing to hold up development, including self-remediation …

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19 Mar 2025 | Guidance BSR HSE linked direct

Building control bodies: contraventions and criminal offences

Why linked: Building control contraventions and criminal offences under BSR investigation—directly relevant to building control enforcement mechanisms

What happens when the Building Safety Regulator investigates a registered building control approver in England or Wales, or a local authority in England.

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19 Mar 2025 | Written question Cabinet Office linked direct

To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, with reference to the Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report: Government response, published on 26 February 2025, what her planned timetable is for the publicly available record of public inquiry recommendations.

Why linked: PQ on Grenfell response timetable - scrutiny of government response implementation

To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, with reference to the Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report: Government response, published on 26 February 2025, what her planned timetable is for the publicly available record of public inquiry recommendations.

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19 Mar 2025 | Written question Cabinet Office linked direct

To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, with reference to para 144 of the UK Government Response to the Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report, CP1248, published in February 2025, what his planned timetable is for the publicly accessible record, and wh

Why linked: PQ on Grenfell response paragraph 144 - scrutiny of specific recommendations

To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, with reference to para 144 of the UK Government Response to the Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report, CP1248, published in February 2025, what his planned timetable is for the publicly accessible …

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19 Mar 2025 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what support she is providing to housing associations, in the context of costs associated with the Building Safety Act 2022.

Why linked: PQ on housing association support for Building Safety Act costs - policy implementation

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what support she is providing to housing associations, in the context of costs associated with the Building Safety Act 2022.

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17 Mar 2025 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether her Department is taking steps to help reduce delays in Building Safety Regulator processes that relate to the construction of (a) social and (b) affordable homes.

Why linked: March 2025 PQ on delays in BSR — direct on regulator capacity.

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether her Department is taking steps to help reduce delays in Building Safety Regulator processes that relate to the construction of (a) social and (b) affordable homes.

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17 Mar 2025 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, with reference to the Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report: Government response, published on 26 February 2025, what her planned timetable is for (a) primary and (b) secondary l

Why linked: PQ on Grenfell Phase 2 response - scrutiny of government response

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, with reference to the Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report: Government response, published on 26 February 2025, what her planned timetable is for (a) primary and (b) secondary …

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17 Mar 2025 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, with reference to the Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report: Government response, published on 26 February 2025, whether she plans to implement recommendations accepted in princi

Why linked: PQ on Grenfell Phase 2 response - scrutiny of government response

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, with reference to the Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report: Government response, published on 26 February 2025, whether she plans to implement recommendations accepted in princi

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17 Mar 2025 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, with reference to para 129 of the UK Government Response to the Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report, CP1248, published in February 2025, whether the extension of the Freedom of

Why linked: PQ on Grenfell response paragraph 129 - scrutiny of specific recommendations

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, with reference to para 129 of the UK Government Response to the Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report, CP1248, published in February 2025, whether the extension of the …

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17 Mar 2025 | Consultation (closed) BSR HSE linked direct

Industry Competence Committee – Building Control Working Group

Why linked: Industry Competence Committee guidance - addresses Grenfell lessons and building regulations gap

Lessons from the Grenfell Tower tragedy and Dame Judith Hackitt s review of building regulations and fire safety identified a significant gap in skills knowledge and experience across industry, contributing to poor safety and standards in buildings. The Building Safety …

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10 Mar 2025 | Written question Cabinet Office linked direct

Public Inquiries

Why linked: PQ on Grenfell response paragraph 144 - scrutiny of government response

To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, with reference to para 144 of the UK Government Response to the Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report, CP1248, published in February 2025, what his planned timetable is for the publicly accessible …

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10 Mar 2025 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Tenant Management Organisations: Freedom of Information

Why linked: PQ on Grenfell response paragraph 129 - scrutiny of government response

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, with reference to para 129 of the UK Government Response to the Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report, CP1248, published in February 2025, whether the extension of the …

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7 Mar 2025 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Grenfell Tower Inquiry

Why linked: PQ on Grenfell response - parliamentary scrutiny

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, with reference to the Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report: Government response, published on 26 February 2025, whether she plans to implement recommendations accepted in princi Answer: The …

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7 Mar 2025 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Buildings: Safety

Why linked: PQ on building safety and Grenfell response - scrutiny of reform

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, with reference to the Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report: Government response, published on 26 February 2025, what her planned timetable is for (a) primary and (b) secondary …

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3 Mar 2025 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, how many and what proportion of buildings under the (a) ACM programme, (b) Building Safety Fund, (c) Cladding Safety Scheme, (d) Developer remediation contract and (e) social hou

Why linked: March 2025 PQ on ACM building proportions — direct on remediation regime.

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, how many and what proportion of buildings under the (a) ACM programme, (b) Building Safety Fund, (c) Cladding Safety Scheme, (d) Developer remediation contract and (e) social hou

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27 Feb 2025 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether she plans to transfer any buildings that have not yet started work under the Building Safety Fund to the Cladding Safety Scheme.

Why linked: February 2025 PQ on building transfer to remediation programmes — direct on regime.

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether she plans to transfer any buildings that have not yet started work under the Building Safety Fund to the Cladding Safety Scheme.

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26 Feb 2025 | Consultation outcome UK Government linked direct

The government accepts this recommendation. The National Fire Chiefs Council are reviewing the guidance for the provision of lift fire control switches with the Building Safety Regulator to support a

Why linked: February 2025 Government response to Phase 2 recommendation on lift fire controls — direct on Phase 2 implementation.

The government accepts this recommendation. The National Fire Chiefs Council are reviewing the guidance for the provision of lift fire control switches with the Building Safety Regulator to support a view on standardisation in buildings. They are also surveying fire …

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26 Feb 2025 | Consultation outcome UK Government linked direct

The government accepts this recommendation. A fire safety strategy is already required with building control applications for the construction of and significant work to higher-risk buildings. The Bui

Why linked: Government response on fire safety strategy requirements - implementation of fire safety standards for higher-risk buildings

The government accepts this recommendation. A fire safety strategy is already required with building control applications for the construction of and significant work to higher-risk buildings. The Building Safety Regulator will consider how to make the current guidance about what …

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↓ Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report: Government response … (80pp) ↓ Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report: Government response … (76pp)
26 Feb 2025 | Consultation outcome UK Government linked direct

The government accepts this recommendation. The Building Safety Regulator is undertaking a review of how statutory guidance, currently offered in the form of Approved Documents, might best be structur

Why linked: Government response on Building Safety Regulator review of Approved Documents - statutory guidance evolution for building safety

The government accepts this recommendation. The Building Safety Regulator is undertaking a review of how statutory guidance, currently offered in the form of Approved Documents, might best be structured, updated and presented in order to provide accurate, up to date …

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↓ Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report: Government response … (80pp) ↓ Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report: Government response … (76pp)
26 Feb 2025 | Consultation outcome UK Government linked direct

The government accepts this recommendation. The Building Safety Regulator has conducted an initial review of the definition of a higher-risk building. Plans for an ongoing review, which will help stre

Why linked: Government response on Building Safety Regulator review of higher-risk building definition - BSR operational policy implementation

The government accepts this recommendation. The Building Safety Regulator has conducted an initial review of the definition of a higher-risk building. Plans for an ongoing review, which will help strengthen the building system, reassure residents and identify whether the list …

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↓ Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report: Government response … (80pp) ↓ Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report: Government response … (76pp)
26 Feb 2025 | Consultation outcome UK Government linked direct

The government accepts this recommendation. We will address this recommendation through the ongoing Approved Document B review, led by the Building Safety Regulator. The review and industry engagement

Why linked: Government response on Approved Document B review - statutory fire safety guidance evolution

The government accepts this recommendation. We will address this recommendation through the ongoing Approved Document B review, led by the Building Safety Regulator. The review and industry engagement will explore ways through which Approved Document B can be updated to …

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26 Feb 2025 | Other linked scrutiny

HCLG Committee Chair comment on Grenfell Tower Inquiry Government Response (February 2025)

Why linked: Announces the HCLG Committee's short inquiry into the government's Grenfell response — the formal parliamentary scrutiny exercise launched on the same day as the government response.

The HCLG Committee will be holding a short inquiry to undertake an initial examination of the Government's response to the Grenfell Inquiry recommendations.

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11 Feb 2025 | Consultation (closed) BSR HSE linked direct

Building Safety Regulator - Resident Panel Member Recruitment and Resident Panel Technical Sub-Committee Member Recruitment

Why linked: Resident Panel and Technical Sub-Committee recruitment - Building Safety Act 2022 requirement

The Building Safety Act 2022 created the Building Safety Regulator (BSR) in England. The regulator is a part of the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). The Act required BSR to set up a Residents' Panel (the panel) to advise the …

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5 Feb 2025 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Grenfell Tower Inquiry

Why linked: PQ on Grenfell Phase 2 response publication - scrutiny of government response

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, when she plans to publish the Government’s response to the Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report; and if she will implement the recommendation in paragraph 113.40 of that …

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16 Jan 2025 | Consultation outcome UK Government linked direct

The government accepts this recommendation. The Building Safety Regulator has conducted an initial review of the definition of a higher-risk building. Plans for an ongoing review, which will help stre

Why linked: Government response on Building Safety Regulator review of higher-risk building definition - BSR operational guidance

The government accepts this recommendation. The Building Safety Regulator has conducted an initial review of the definition of a higher-risk building. Plans for an ongoing review, which will help strengthen the building system, reassure residents and identify whether the list …

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↓ Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report: Government response … (80pp) ↓ Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report: Government response … (76pp)
16 Jan 2025 | Consultation outcome UK Government linked direct

The government accepts this recommendation. A fire safety strategy is already required with building control applications for the construction of and significant work to higher-risk buildings. The Bui

Why linked: Government response on fire safety strategy requirements - implementation of fire safety standards

The government accepts this recommendation. A fire safety strategy is already required with building control applications for the construction of and significant work to higher-risk buildings. The Building Safety Regulator will consider how to make the current guidance about what …

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↓ Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report: Government response … (80pp) ↓ Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report: Government response … (76pp)
16 Jan 2025 | Consultation outcome UK Government linked direct

The government accepts this recommendation. We will address this recommendation through the ongoing Approved Document B review, led by the Building Safety Regulator. The review and industry engagement

Why linked: Government response on Approved Document B review - fire safety standards guidance

The government accepts this recommendation. We will address this recommendation through the ongoing Approved Document B review, led by the Building Safety Regulator. The review and industry engagement will explore ways through which Approved Document B can be updated to …

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↓ Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report: Government response … (80pp) ↓ Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report: Government response … (76pp)
16 Jan 2025 | Consultation outcome UK Government linked direct

The government accepts this recommendation. The Building Safety Regulator is undertaking a review of how statutory guidance, currently offered in the form of Approved Documents, might best be structur

Why linked: Government response on Building Safety Regulator review of Approved Documents - guidance on statutory safety standards

The government accepts this recommendation. The Building Safety Regulator is undertaking a review of how statutory guidance, currently offered in the form of Approved Documents, might best be structured, updated and presented in order to provide accurate, up to date …

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2024

59 events
17 Dec 2024 | Research Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Cladding remediation unit costs: analysis of high-rise non-ACM buildings

Why linked: Cladding remediation unit costs analysis for high-rise non-ACM buildings—substantive data supporting remediation policy implementation

Release of data on costs per m2 of cladding remediated for high-rise non-ACM buildings, including analysis by cladding area and cost categories.

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↓ Management information tables
9 Dec 2024 | Statutory Instrument Scottish Government linked direct

The Housing (Cladding Remediation) (Scotland) Act 2024 (Commencement) Regulations 2024

Why linked: Scottish cladding remediation commencement regulations—parallel UK cladding remediation framework, though thread scope is primarily England-focused

These Regulations bring into force on 6 January 2025 all of the provisions of the Housing (Cladding Remediation) (Scotland) Act 2024 (“the Act”), so far as not already in force.

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2 Dec 2024 | Policy paper Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government Context · primary home: Building Safety Levy linked evidence

Accelerating Remediation: a plan for increasing the pace of remediation of buildings with unsafe cladding in England

Why linked: Filled the "Cladding remediation schemes and funding announcements" gap via web research

This plan sets out the steps this government will take to increase the pace of building remediation, while better protecting residents and leaseholders.

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27 Nov 2024 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Grenfell Tower Inquiry

Why linked: PQ on Grenfell response timetable - scrutiny of implementation

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what her planned timetable is for responding to the policy paper entitled Publication of the Grenfell Tower Inquiry phase 2 report, published on 4 September 2024. Answer: We …

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25 Nov 2024 | Debate linked direct

Cladding Remediation

Why linked: Parliamentary debate on cladding remediation—substantive scrutiny and policy discussion directly in scope

Lords Chamber debate | Lords

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18 Oct 2024 | Other Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Building control practice guidance

Why linked: Building control practice guidance on cancellations and transfers—procedural but relevant to building control enforcement

Guidance on cancellation notices, transfers and reversions.

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26 Sep 2024 | Guidance BSR HSE linked direct

Investigation of building control professionals

Why linked: Investigation of building control professionals—BSR enforcement and oversight procedures directly relevant to thread

This page explains the Building Safety Regulator's procedure when investigating registered building inspectors, registered building control approvers and local authorities.

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7 Aug 2024 | Statutory Instrument linked direct

The Building Safety Act 2022 (Amendment Notices Transitional Provision) Regulations 2024

Why linked: Building Safety Act 2022 Amendment Notices Transitional Provision Regulations 2024 - statutory instrument

These Regulations make transitional provision in relation to the coming into force of the new building control regime for higher-risk buildings established by the Building Safety Act 2022. Under the new regime, registered building control approvers are unable to supervise …

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24 Jul 2024 | Guidance Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Building safety leaseholder protections: guidance for leaseholders

Why linked: July 2024 leaseholder protections guidance — direct on leaseholder regime.

This guidance provides leaseholders with a plain English explanation of the implications of the leaseholder protections in the Building Safety Act 2022.

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24 Jul 2024 | Guidance Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Making sure remediation work is done

Why linked: Making sure remediation work is done - Building Safety Act 2022 leaseholder protections

The Building Safety Act 2022 created legal protections for leaseholders from historical building safety costs.

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8 Jul 2024 | Research House of Commons Library linked direct

Building regulations and safety

Why linked: Commons Briefing Paper on Building regulations and safety - comprehensive policy overview of Grenfell reforms and building regulations

Type: Commons Briefing Paper (CBP-8482) This briefing discusses building regulations and standards for building safety as well as the government's response to the Grenfell Tower fire.

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24 May 2024 | Other linked direct

We welcome the Government’s announcement that it intends to make the M4(2) accessibility standard mandatory for all new build homes. This amendment to building regulations is an important policy change which will greatly increase the availability of accessible homes for disabled people. However, we are deeply concerned that the Department has made little progress towards implementing this policy in practice.

Why linked: May 2024 select committee material on M4(2) accessibility standard — adjacent building regulations material.

We welcome the Government’s announcement that it intends to make the M4(2) accessibility standard mandatory for all new build homes. This amendment to building regulations is an important policy change which will greatly increase the availability of accessible homes for …

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15 May 2024 | Research linked evidence

Fire Safety Rules for Blocks of Flats since the Grenfell Tower Fire (England) — Commons Library

Why linked: Commons Library article explaining the practical fire safety rules for blocks of flats introduced since Grenfell — useful for tracking implementation of specific regulatory changes.

Following the Grenfell Tower fire in 2017, the government introduced new fire safety rules, including new rules for high-rise blocks of flats that are at least 18 metres or seven storeys high.

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25 Apr 2024 | Written question Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, what steps his Department has taken to ensure that when a building owner enters administration, qualifying leaseholders remain protected from non-cladding remediation costs under the

Why linked: April 2024 PQ on building remediation — direct on regime.

To ask the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, what steps his Department has taken to ensure that when a building owner enters administration, qualifying leaseholders remain protected from non-cladding remediation costs under the

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24 Apr 2024 | Other BSR HSE linked direct

Managing high-rise residential buildings

Why linked: April 2024 managing high-rise residential buildings guidance — operationalises Part 4 BSA 2022.

What accountable persons and principal accountable persons must do to follow the Building Safety Act 2022 and the Building Safety Regulator (BSR).

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23 Apr 2024 | Written question Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, what information his Department published on the treatment of jointly owned properties under the Building Safety Act's leaseholder protections, prior to his Department's Call for evi

Why linked: April 2024 PQ on jointly-owned properties — direct on leaseholder regime.

To ask the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, what information his Department published on the treatment of jointly owned properties under the Building Safety Act's leaseholder protections, prior to his Department's Call for evi

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22 Apr 2024 | Written question Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, whether his Department has issued recent guidance on liability for the costs of preparing a building safety case on cladding remediation requirements.

Why linked: April 2024 PQ on liability guidance — direct on regime.

To ask the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, whether his Department has issued recent guidance on liability for the costs of preparing a building safety case on cladding remediation requirements.

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22 Apr 2024 | Written question Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, whether his Department has issued guidance on liability for the costs of preparing a building safety case on cladding remediation requirements.

Why linked: April 2024 PQ on liability guidance for cladding remediation — direct on regime.

To ask the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, whether his Department has issued guidance on liability for the costs of preparing a building safety case on cladding remediation requirements.

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22 Apr 2024 | Written question Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, what information his Department holds on the number of buildings requiring remediation for life-critical fire-safety defects that were approved by building control provided by (a) NH

Why linked: April 2024 PQ on building remediation numbers — direct on regime.

To ask the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, what information his Department holds on the number of buildings requiring remediation for life-critical fire-safety defects that were approved by building control provided by (a) NH

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18 Apr 2024 | Written question Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, whether he plans to provide cladding remediation funding for (a) leaseholders, (b) shared ownership leaseholders and (c) freeholders who purchased their home under the Right to Buy s

Why linked: Parliamentary question on cladding remediation funding—relevant to remediation scheme policy scope

To ask the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, whether he plans to provide cladding remediation funding for (a) leaseholders, (b) shared ownership leaseholders and (c) freeholders who purchased their home under the Right to Buy s

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17 Apr 2024 | Written question Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, what guidance his Department has issued on a building’s status as a relevant building under section 117(3)(c) of the Building Safety Act 2022 in the event that a freeholder purchased

Why linked: April 2024 PQ on building status guidance — direct on regime.

To ask the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, what guidance his Department has issued on a building’s status as a relevant building under section 117(3)(c) of the Building Safety Act 2022 in the event that a …

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15 Apr 2024 | Written question Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, what steps his Department is taking to (a) provide cladding remediation support for buildings under 11 metres and (b) ensure that such support is effectively communicated.

Why linked: April 2024 PQ on cladding remediation provision — direct on regime.

To ask the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, what steps his Department is taking to (a) provide cladding remediation support for buildings under 11 metres and (b) ensure that such support is effectively communicated.

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9 Apr 2024 | Written question Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, what information his Department holds on the number of buildings under the (a) aluminium composite material cladding programme and (b) building safety fund that also require remediat

Why linked: April 2024 PQ on number of buildings under remediation — direct on regime.

To ask the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, what information his Department holds on the number of buildings under the (a) aluminium composite material cladding programme and (b) building safety fund that also require remediat

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9 Apr 2024 | Written question Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, how many applications to the Building Safety Fund there were (a) in the initial phase from July 2020 and (b) since it reopened in July 2022.

Why linked: Parliamentary question on Building Safety Fund applications—relevant scrutiny of remediation funding scheme implementation

To ask the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, how many applications to the Building Safety Fund there were (a) in the initial phase from July 2020 and (b) since it reopened in July 2022.

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9 Apr 2024 | Written question Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, how many applications to the Building Safety Fund have been rejected (a) in the initial phase from July 2020 (b) since the Fund reopened in July 2022.

Why linked: Parliamentary question on Building Safety Fund rejections—relevant scrutiny of remediation funding administration

To ask the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, how many applications to the Building Safety Fund have been rejected (a) in the initial phase from July 2020 (b) since the Fund reopened in July 2022.

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28 Mar 2024 | Other Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities linked direct

Building control changes for higher-risk buildings and wider changes to building regulations

Why linked: March 2024 MHCLG circular letter on building control changes for higher-risk buildings — operational delivery.

This circular letter draws attention to the building control process for higher-risk buildings and wider changes to building regulations.

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28 Mar 2024 | Other Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities linked direct

Additional Q&A: Changes to the building control process for higher-risk buildings and wider changes to procedural building regulations applying to buildings in England

Why linked: Additional Q&A on building control process changes for higher-risk buildings - procedural guidance on Building Safety Act implementation

Additional Q&A on building control process changes for higher-risk buildings - procedural guidance on Building Safety Act implementation

In response to: Building control changes for higher-risk buildings and wider changes to building regulati…

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21 Mar 2024 | Consultation (closed) Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Call for evidence: Jointly-owned properties

Why linked: March 2024 jointly-owned properties call for evidence on leaseholder protections.

The Building Safety Act 2022 (BSA) provides far-reaching protections for qualifying leaseholders from the costs associated with remediating historical building safety defects. The principle of our leaseholder protection package is to protect leaseholders living in their own homes in unsafe …

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19 Mar 2024 | Written question Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities linked direct

To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of (1) the number of building control officers fully accredited to deliver the new building safety regime when it comes into effect on 1 April, and (2) the capacity of such building control of

Why linked: March 2024 PQ on building control officer accreditation — direct on Hackitt competence reforms.

To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of (1) the number of building control officers fully accredited to deliver the new building safety regime when it comes into effect on 1 April, and (2) the capacity of …

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14 Mar 2024 | Written question Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, whether an effective date applies to the definition of a relevant building in relation to the leaseholder protections under the Building Safety Act 2022.

Why linked: March 2024 PQ on effective date of relevant building definition — direct on regime scope.

To ask the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, whether an effective date applies to the definition of a relevant building in relation to the leaseholder protections under the Building Safety Act 2022.

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13 Mar 2024 | Guidance Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Building Safety Fund guidance for applications made in 2020

Why linked: Building Safety Fund guidance—core remediation funding scheme in scope

Information on the Building Safety Fund (BSF).

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↓ Annex A: technical guide (8pp) ↓ Prospectus annex B: registration questions (6pp) ↓ Building Safety Fund guidance for existing applications reg… (41pp) ↓ Annex A: technical information (8pp) ↓ Annex B: works contract requirements (2pp) ↓ Annex C: additional key information for responsible entity (2pp) ↓ Annex D: application questions / instructions (11pp) ↓ Building Safety Fund guidance for social sector buildings r… (25pp) ↓ Guidance on Subsidy Control for applicants (9pp) ↓ Guidance for leaseholders that are Economic Actors on compl… (8pp) ↓ Subsidy Declaration ↓ Registered Providers of social housing grant claim form ↓ Vendor Form SAP7B ↓ Subsidy Declaration (4pp) ↓ Building Safety Fund: registration statistics (2pp) ↓ Building Safety Fund: application process (4pp) ↓ Building Safety Fund: appeals form ↓ Building Safety Fund: private sector registration by local … ↓ letter (4pp) ↓ Enforcement action by local authority - November 2022 ↓ Enforcement action by local authority - December 2022 ↓ Enforcement action by local authority - January 2023 ↓ Enforcement action by local authority - February 2023 ↓ Enforcement action by local authority - March 2023 ↓ Enforcement action by local authority - April 2023
6 Mar 2024 | Written question Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, what assessment he has made of the adequacy of time taken for the Building Safety Regulator to process building assessment certificate applications; and what steps his Department is

Why linked: March 2024 PQ on adequacy of BSR time taken — direct on Gateway 2 backlog.

To ask the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, what assessment he has made of the adequacy of time taken for the Building Safety Regulator to process building assessment certificate applications; and what steps his Department is

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21 Feb 2024 | Written question Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, what assessment his Department has made of the potential impact of the three properties threshold for qualifying lease status outlined in the Building Safety Act 2022 on the private

Why linked: February 2024 PQ on Building Safety Act impact — direct on regime.

To ask the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, what assessment his Department has made of the potential impact of the three properties threshold for qualifying lease status outlined in the Building Safety Act 2022 on the …

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1 Feb 2024 | Written question Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, how many and what proportion of leaseholders are not eligible for financial support under Section 117(3)(c) of the Building Safety Act 2022 because other leaseholders own part of the

Why linked: February 2024 PQ on leaseholder eligibility — direct on regime.

To ask the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, how many and what proportion of leaseholders are not eligible for financial support under Section 117(3)(c) of the Building Safety Act 2022 because other leaseholders own part of …

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30 Jan 2024 | Statutory Instrument Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

The Building Safety Act 2022 (Commencement No. 7 and Transitional Provisions) Regulations 2024

Why linked: Latest commencement order (No. 7) for Building Safety Act 2022 bringing remaining provisions into force

The seventh and most recent commencement order under the Building Safety Act 2022, bringing remaining provisions into force from 6 April 2024, including transitional provisions for approved inspectors transitioning to the new registered building control approver regime.

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17 Jan 2024 | Statutory Instrument linked direct

The Higher-Risk Buildings (Keeping and Provision of Information etc.) (England) Regulations 2024

Why linked: Higher-Risk Buildings (Keeping and Provision of Information etc.) (England) Regulations 2024 — operationalises Part 4 BSA 2022.

This instrument is part of a set of Regulations which implement Part 4 of the Building Safety Act 2022 (“the 2022 Act”). These Regulations make provision about what information and documents the principal accountable person (“PAP”) and any other accountable …

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18 Dec 2023 | Guidance Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Leaseholder protections on building safety costs in England: frequently asked questions

Why linked: GOV.UK guidance on leaseholder protections on building safety costs - explains implementation of Building Safety Act protections

From 28 June 2022, the leaseholder protections on building safety costs in England have come into effect.

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27 Nov 2023 | Policy paper BSR HSE linked direct

Building Safety Regulator strategic plan 2023 to 2026

Why linked: BSR strategic plan 2023 to 2026 — predecessor to 62439, sets multi-year operational baseline.

How the Building Safety Regulator will carry out building safety functions in its first 3 years of operation, from April 2023 to March 2026.

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↓ Building Safety Regulator strategic plan 2023 to 2026 (27pp)
24 Oct 2023 | Guidance Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Building Safety Fund Leaseholder and Resident Service

Why linked: October 2023 Building Safety Fund Leaseholder and Resident Service guidance.

Check the progress of your building’s application to the Building Safety Fund (BSF).

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19 Oct 2023 | Other Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Guidance on the criteria for being a higher-risk building

Why linked: October 2023 guidance on criteria for being a higher-risk building — companion to BSR's December 2025 review.

This guidance relates to the legal criteria for determining whether a building is considered a higher-risk building under the Building Safety Act 2022, the Building Act 1984 (as amended by the Building Safety Act 2022) and the Higher-Risk Buildings (Descriptions …

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18 Oct 2023 | Consultation outcome Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities linked direct

Consultation on the new safety regime for occupied higher-risk buildings

Why linked: October 2023 consultation on the new safety regime for occupied higher-risk buildings — directly underpins Part 4 BSA 2022 SIs.

Consultation covering the proposed changes to building regulations under part 4 of the Building Safety Act 2022.

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↓ 18 October 2023: Government response to residents voice, g… ↓ 17 August 2023: Government response to building certificati… ↓ 14 March 2023: Government response to the registration and … ↓ 24 January 2023: Government response to key building inform…
17 Oct 2023 | Guidance Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Amendment to the Higher-Risk Buildings Regulations 2023 cost benefit analysis statement

Why linked: Cost benefit analysis for amendment to Higher-Risk Buildings Regulations 2023.

This cost benefit analysis relates to an amendment being made to the Higher-Risk Buildings (Descriptions and Supplementary Provisions) Regulations 2023 through the Higher-Risk Buildings (Keeping and Provision of Information etc.) (England) Regulations 2023.

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17 Oct 2023 | Consultation outcome Welsh Government linked direct

Part B (Fire Safety) of the Building Regulations

Why linked: Consultation outcome on Part B (Fire Safety) of Building Regulations - fire safety amendments to Building Regulations

We want your views on our plans to amend the building regulations for Approved Document Part B (Fire Safety)

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↓ Consultation document , file type: PDF, file size: 553 KB ↓ Regulatory impact assessment , file type: PDF, file size: 4…
16 Oct 2023 | Debate Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

What recent progress he has made on supporting leaseholders with (a) cladding and (b) non-cladding remediation to residential buildings.

Why linked: Oral question on leaseholder support with cladding and non-cladding remediation

What recent progress he has made on supporting leaseholders with (a) cladding and (b) non-cladding remediation to residential buildings. oral_question | Commons | Member: Janet Daby (Labour)

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16 Oct 2023 | Debate Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

What recent progress he has made on supporting leaseholders with (a) cladding and (b) non-cladding remediation to residential buildings.

Why linked: Oral question on leaseholder support with cladding and non-cladding remediation

What recent progress he has made on supporting leaseholders with (a) cladding and (b) non-cladding remediation to residential buildings. oral_question | Commons | Member: Vicky Foxcroft (Labour)

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4 Oct 2023 | Statutory Instrument linked direct

The Higher-Risk Buildings (Management of Safety Risks etc) (England) Regulations 2023

Why linked: Statutory instrument on management of safety risks in higher-risk buildings under Building Safety Act 2022 framework

These Regulations, which apply to England only, make largely administrative provision in relation to the management of safety risks in higher-risk buildings. Higher-risk building is defined in sections 65 to 70 of the Building Safety Act 2022 (“the 2022 Act”).

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18 Sep 2023 | Guidance Home Office linked direct

Fire Safety Act - addendum

Why linked: September 2023 Fire Safety Act addendum guidance — direct on Fire Safety Act 2021 implementation.

The Fire Safety Act clarified the parts of a premises that apply under the Fire Safety Order (FSO). You should consider these changes when completing a fire risk assessment.

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17 Aug 2023 | Government response Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities linked direct

Government response to the consultation on implementing the new building control regime for higher-risk buildings and wider changes to the building regulations for all buildings

Why linked: August 2023 Government response to the building control consultation — direct on regime.

August 2023 Government response to the building control consultation — direct on regime.

In response to: Consultation on implementing the new building control regime for higher-risk buildings an…

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17 Aug 2023 | Consultation (open) Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities linked direct

Consultation on implementing the new building control regime for higher-risk buildings and wider changes to the building regulations for all buildings

Why linked: August 2023 consultation on implementing the new building control regime — directly underpins SI 2024/104.

August 2023 consultation on implementing the new building control regime — directly underpins SI 2024/104.

In response to: Consultation on implementing the new building control regime for higher-risk buildings an…

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17 Aug 2023 | Government response Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities evidence

Government response to the consultation on changes to the building control profession and the building control process for approved inspectors (in future to be known as registered building control approvers)

Why linked: Filled the "Competence and competency frameworks for building control professionals" gap via web research

In response to: Changes to the building control profession and the building control process for approved …

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17 Aug 2023 | Consultation outcome Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities evidence

Consultation on implementing the new building control regime for higher-risk buildings and wider changes to the building regulations for all buildings

Why linked: Filled the "Building Regulations reform consultation documents and impact assessments" gap via web research

Consultation covering the proposed changes to building regulations under part 3 of the Building Safety Act 2022.

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↓ Government response to the consultation on implementing the…
10 Aug 2023 | Guidance Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Leaseholder protections amendments

Why linked: August 2023 leaseholder protections amendments guidance — direct on regime.

This guidance provides stakeholders with a plain-English explanation of the implications of the latest leaseholder protections amendments in the Building Safety Act 2022.

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8 Aug 2023 | Statutory Instrument linked direct

The Building Safety (Leaseholder Protections etc.) (England) (Amendment) Regulations 2023

Why linked: Building Safety (Leaseholder Protections etc.) (England) (Amendment) Regulations 2023 — direct on leaseholder protection regime.

The Building Safety (Leaseholder Protections) (Information etc.) (England) Regulations 2022 (S.I. 2022/859) and the Building Safety (Leaseholder Protections) (England) Regulations 2022 (S.I. 2022/711) support the leaseholder protection provisions in sections 116 to 125 of, and Schedule 8 to, the Building …

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25 Jul 2023 | Guidance Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Cladding Safety Scheme opening

Why linked: July 2023 Cladding Safety Scheme opening guidance — foundational on CSS.

The Cladding Safety Scheme will provide funding for the remediation of unsafe cladding in England where a responsible developer cannot be identified, traced, or held responsible.

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25 Jul 2023 | Other Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Funding to fix unsafe cladding

Why linked: GOV.UK guidance on funding to fix unsafe cladding - remediation funding pathway for residential buildings above 11m

All residential buildings above 11 metres in England now have a pathway to fix unsafe cladding, protecting leaseholders from these costs. This page will help you navigate the routes available to fix unsafe cladding.

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17 Jul 2023 | Committee sitting Delegated Legislation Committee linked direct

Delegated Legislation Committee: Draft Building Safety (Leaseholder Protections etc.) (England) (Amendment) Regulations 2023

Why linked: Delegated Legislation Committee debate on Building Safety (Leaseholder Protections etc.) (Amendment) Regulations 2023

The Committee consisted of the following Members: Chair: Mrs Sheryll Murray † Clarke-Smith, Brendan (Bassetlaw) (Con) † Colburn, Elliot (Carshalton and Wallington) (Con) † De Cordova, Marsha (Battersea) (Lab) † Doyle-Price, Jackie (Thurrock) (Con) † Evennett, Sir David (Bexleyheath and …

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3 Apr 2023 | Statutory Instrument linked direct

The Higher-Risk Buildings (Key Building Information etc.) (England) Regulations 2023

Why linked: Higher-Risk Buildings (Key Building Information etc.) (England) Regulations 2023 - establishes KBI requirements for HRBs under Building Safety Act

These Regulations set out what constitutes ‘key building information’ in respect of higher-risk buildings; the duties and provisions in relation to submitting key building information; and sets out how to determine for which parts of a higher-risk building an accountable …

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27 Mar 2023 | Committee sitting Delegated Legislation Committee linked direct

Delegated Legislation Committee: Draft Building (Public Bodies and Higher-Risk Building Work) (England) Regulations 2023

Why linked: Delegated Legislation Committee scrutiny of public bodies HRB regulations

The Committee consisted of the following Members: Chair: † Sir Robert Syms † Byrne, Ian (Liverpool, West Derby) (Lab) † Fabricant, Michael (Lichfield) (Con) † Fletcher, Colleen (Coventry North East) (Lab) † French, Mr Louie (Old Bexley and Sidcup) (Con) …

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16 Mar 2023 | Research Secondary Legislation Scrutiny Committee linked direct

33rd Report - Drawn to the special attention of the House: Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Care Functions) Regulations 2023; Correspondence on the Building Safety (Leaseholder Protections) (England) (Amendment) Regulations 2023; Includes information paragraphs on: One instrument related to COVID-19: Valuation for Rating (Coronavirus) (England) Regulations 2023; Draft Merchant Shipping (Fire Protection) Regulations 2023

Why linked: SLSC 33rd Report drawing Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Care Functions) Regulations 2023 to special attention - includes Building Safety Act connection

SLSC 33rd Report (2022-23) drawing the 2023 Regulated Care Functions Regulations to the special attention of the House — establishes the SLSC scrutiny route used for subsequent dental/CQC SIs.

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15 Mar 2023 | Statutory Instrument linked direct

The Building Safety (Registration of Higher-Risk Buildings and Review of Decisions) (England) Regulations 2023

Why linked: Building Safety (Registration of Higher-Risk Buildings and Review of Decisions) Regulations 2023 - establishes HRB register and BSR review procedures

These Regulations make provision about the register of higher-risk buildings held by the building safety regulator (“the regulator”). These Regulations make provision about making an application for registration of a higher-risk building including the associated fee and withdrawing that application. …

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9 Mar 2023 | Statutory Instrument linked direct

The Higher-Risk Buildings (Descriptions and Supplementary Provisions) Regulations 2023

Why linked: Higher-Risk Buildings (Descriptions and Supplementary Provisions) Regulations 2023 - determines scope of buildings subject to Building Safety Act 2022 regime

These Regulations determine which buildings will be subject to the new more stringent safety regime established by the Building Safety Act 2022 (“the 2022 Act”). They do so by supplementing and completing the definitions of “higher-risk building” at section 120D …

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9 Mar 2023 | Statutory Instrument linked direct

The Higher-Risk Buildings (Descriptions and Supplementary Provisions) Regulations 2023

Why linked: Higher-Risk Buildings (Descriptions and Supplementary Provisions) Regulations 2023 - determines scope of buildings subject to Building Safety Act 2022 regime

These Regulations determine which buildings will be subject to the new more stringent safety regime established by the Building Safety Act 2022 (“the 2022 Act”). They do so by supplementing and completing the definitions of “higher-risk building” at section 120D …

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2 Mar 2023 | Research Secondary Legislation Scrutiny Committee linked direct

31st Report - Drawn to the special attention of the House: Building Safety (Leaseholder Protections) (England) (Amendment) Regulations 2023; Includes information paragraph on: Draft Agriculture (Financial Assistance) (Amendment) Regulations 2023

Why linked: SLSC 31st Report on Building Safety (Leaseholder Protections) (England) (Amendment) Regulations 2023

SLSC 31st Report on Building Safety (Leaseholder Protections) (England) (Amendment) Regulations 2023

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1 Mar 2023 | Statutory Instrument linked direct

The Building Safety Act 2022 (Consequential Amendments and Prescribed Functions) and Architects Act 1997 (Amendment) Regulations 2023

Why linked: Consequential amendments and prescribed functions regulations under Building Safety Act 2022

Section 9(3) of the Building Safety Act 2022 (c. 30) abolishes the Building Regulations Advisory Committee for England. The Building Regulations Advisory Committee for Wales will remain. Regulations 2 and 3 of these Regulations consequentially remove references to the Building …

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24 Feb 2023 | Policy paper Home Office linked direct

Fire Safety Act 2021

Why linked: Fire Safety Act 2021 policy paper - key reform document

Information about the commencement of the Fire Safety Act and how it affects Responsible Persons and others.

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↓ Fire Safety Act commencement: prioritisation guidance (20pp) ↓ Fire Safety Act 2021 factsheet: Information on commencement… ↓ Fire Safety Act 2021 factsheet: Information for lenders ↓ Fire Safety Act 2021 factsheet: The Fire Risk Assessment Pr…
22 Feb 2023 | Committee sitting Delegated Legislation Committee linked direct

Delegated Legislation Committee: Draft Higher-Risk Buildings (Key Building Information etc.) (England) Regulations 2023

Why linked: Delegated Legislation Committee scrutiny of key building information regulations

The Committee consisted of the following Members: Chair: Mr Laurence Robertson † Anderson, Lee (Ashfield) (Con) † Benn, Hilary (Leeds Central) (Lab) David, Wayne (Caerphilly) (Lab) † Davison, Dehenna (Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities) † …

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8 Feb 2023 | Statutory Instrument linked direct

The Building Safety (Leaseholder Protections) (England) (Amendment) Regulations 2023

Why linked: Building Safety (Leaseholder Protections) (England) (Amendment) Regulations 2023 — directly on the leaseholder-protections operationalising regime.

The Building Safety (Leaseholder Protections) (England) Regulations 2022 (S.I. 2022/711) (“the 2022 Regulations”), along with The Building Safety (Leaseholder Protections) (Information etc.) (England) Regulations 2022 (S.I. 2022/859), support the leaseholder protection provisions in sections 116 to 125 of, and Schedule …

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31 Jan 2023 | Consultation (closed) Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Consultation for changes to the building control profession and the building control process for approved inspectors (in future to be known as registered building control approvers)

Why linked: Consultation on building control profession changes and registered building control approvers competence framework

Scope of the consultation Topic of this consultation: This consultation sets out the detailed requirements needed to implement the changes brought about by the Building Safety Act 2022. It seeks views on: Approved inspectors becoming registered building control approvers, and …

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1 Jan 2023 | Impact assessment evidence

Impact Assessment on the Building (Higher-Risk Buildings Procedures) (England) Regulations 2023

Why linked: Filled the "Building Regulations reform consultation documents and impact assessments" gap via web research

The formal regulatory impact assessment accompanying the Building (Higher-Risk Buildings Procedures) (England) Regulations 2023, assessing costs and benefits of the new design and construction regime for higher-risk buildings flowing from the July 2022 consultation and the Building Safety Act 2022.

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27 events
20 Dec 2022 | Guidance Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

The Higher-Risk Buildings (Descriptions and Supplementary Provisions) Regulations 2023: cost benefit analysis

Why linked: Cost benefit analysis for Higher-Risk Buildings (Descriptions and Supplementary Provisions) Regulations 2023

This cost benefit analysis relates to the Higher-Risk Buildings (Descriptions and Supplementary Provisions) Regulations 2023 being made under the Building Safety Act 2022.

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16 Nov 2022 | Written question Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities linked direct

To ask the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, what provisions there are within the Building Safety Act 2022 to hold cladding remediation companies who installed defective and unsafe cladding to account.

Why linked: PQ on Building Safety Act 2022 cladding remediation provisions - parliamentary scrutiny of statutory duties

To ask the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, what provisions there are within the Building Safety Act 2022 to hold cladding remediation companies who installed defective and unsafe cladding to account.

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15 Nov 2022 | Statutory Instrument linked direct

The Building Safety (Leaseholder Protections) (England) Regulations 2022

Why linked: Statutory instrument implementing Building Safety Act 2022 sections 116-125 on remediation of defects in buildings over 11m

Sections 116 to 125 of, and Schedule 8 to, the Building Safety Act 2022 (c. 30) (“the Act”) make provision in relation to remediation of certain defects in buildings over 11 metres in height (or of at least 5 storeys). …

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14 Nov 2022 | Other Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities HSE linked direct

The Building Safety (Fees and Charges) Regulations 202[3] and proposed Building Safety Regulator charging scheme

Why linked: Building Safety (Fees and Charges) Regulations 2023 and BSR charging scheme - establishes BSR funding mechanism

The Health and Safety Executive is working to establish the Building Safety Regulator in line with the Building Safety Act.

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28 Jul 2022 | Guidance Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Building Safety Fund: Glossary of terms

Why linked: Building Safety Fund glossary — operational guidance.

This glossary of terms has been created to aid leaseholders and residents to understand wording used in the Building Safety Fund guidance and Leaseholder and Resident Service.

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28 Jul 2022 | Consultation (closed) Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Building Safety Fund 2022 Application Form-R1

Why linked: Building Safety Fund 2022 Application Form-R1 — original BSF process.

This form is no longer in use for new applications to the Building Safety Fund. Please use the new application portal on the Building Remediation Hub Building Remediation Hub The only exception to this is if you are applying for …

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25 Jul 2022 | Guidance Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

The Building Safety Act

Why linked: July 2022 'The Building Safety Act' overview guidance — foundational framework guidance.

Information relating to the Building Safety Act, which was granted Royal Assent on 28 April 2022.

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21 Jul 2022 | Statutory Instrument linked direct

The Building Safety (Leaseholder Protections) (Information etc.) (England) Regulations 2022

Why linked: Building Safety (Leaseholder Protections) (Information etc.) (England) Regulations 2022 — companion SI to SI 2022/711.

Sections 116 to 125 of, and Schedule 8 to, the Building Safety Act 2022 (“the Act”) make provision in relation to remediation of certain defects in buildings. In particular, those provisions include protections from liability for leaseholders in specific circumstances.

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20 Jul 2022 | Consultation (closed) Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Consultation on the in-occupation regime for occupied higher-risk buildings

Why linked: July 2022 consultation on in-occupation HRB regime — directly underpins SI 2023/907.

There are 12 consultation sections in this area. These consultations all relate to the proposals for occupied higher-risk buildings under Part Four of the Building Safety Act 2022. A HTML version of this consultation can be found here . Following …

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20 Jul 2022 | Consultation (closed) Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Consultation on implementing the new building control regime for higher-risk buildings and wider changes to the building regulations for all buildings

Why linked: July 2022 consultation on implementing new building control regime — directly underpins SI 2024/104.

There are 12 consultation sections in this area. These consultations all relate to the proposed changes to Building Regulations under Part Three of the Building Safety Act 2022. A HTML version of this consultations can be found here . Following …

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20 Jul 2022 | Consultation (closed) Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Equalities assessment for the consultation on implementing the new building control regime for higher-risk buildings and wider changes to the building regulations for all buildings

Why linked: Equalities assessment for the new building control regime consultation — direct on regime.

This area of the consultation on implementing the new building control regime for higher-risk buildings and wider changes to the building regulations for all buildings relates to the the equalities impact of our proposals.

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18 Jul 2022 | Committee sitting Delegated Legislation Committee linked direct

Delegated Legislation Committee: Draft Building Safety (Leaseholder Protections) (Information etc.) (England) Regulations 2022

Why linked: Delegated Legislation Committee debate on Building Safety (Leaseholder Protections) (Information etc.) Regulations 2022

The Committee consisted of the following Members: Chair: Mrs Sheryll Murray Barker, Paula (Liverpool, Wavertree) (Lab) † Beresford, Sir Paul (Mole Valley) (Con) Berry, Jake (Rossendale and Darwen) (Con) † Bradley, Ben (Mansfield) (Con) † Clarkson, Chris (Heywood and Middleton) …

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6 Jun 2022 | Consultation (closed) Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Technical review of Approved Document B of the building regulations: a call for evidence

Why linked: Technical review call for evidence on Approved Document B (June 2022) — input to the ongoing AD-B review committed in HCWS1460.

Call for evidence seeking views on the future technical guidance contained within Approved Document B (fire safety).

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28 Apr 2022 | Bill linked direct

Building Safety Act 2022 — Parliamentary Bills Page

Why linked: The Parliament.uk bills page for the Building Safety Act 2022, providing access to all stages, amendments, publications and committee reports during the Bill's passage.

Current version of Building Safety Act 2022 with latest news, sponsors, and progress through Houses.

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28 Apr 2022 | Act linked direct

Building Safety Act 2022 — legislation.gov.uk

Why linked: The primary legislation underpinning the entire post-Grenfell building safety regime — the canonical statutory text for the thread.

Building Safety Act 2022 is up to date with all changes known to be in force on or before 11 May 2026. There are changes that may be brought into force at a future date.

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16 Mar 2022 | Written question Home Office linked direct

High Rise Flats: Fire Prevention

Why linked: Already cited.

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what assessment her Department has made of the cost to residential leaseholders of ensuring tall buildings meet (a) building and (b) fire safety regulations following the Fire Safety Act. Answer: …

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2021

3 events
29 Apr 2021 | Act evidence

Fire Safety Act 2021

Why linked: Filled the "Fire Safety Act 2021 (preceding fire safety reforms)" gap via web research

The primary Act of Parliament (2021 c. 24) that clarifies the application of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 to multi-occupied residential buildings, explicitly bringing external walls, cladding, balconies, and flat entrance doors within scope of fire risk assessments. …

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22 Apr 2021 | Other Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

New approach for achieving consensus between building control bodies and Fire and Rescue Authorities in building works

Why linked: April 2021 new approach to consensus between building control bodies and Fire and Rescue Authorities — predecessor regime reform.

A new sector-led approach to achieving consensus in building works has been developed by a taskforce of the Joint Regulators Group.

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20 Jan 2021 | Debate Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Building Safety Fund

Why linked: Commons debate on Building Safety Fund - remediation funding policy discussion

Commons Chamber debate | Commons

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2020

9 events
22 Dec 2020 | Guidance Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government evidence

Building Safety Programme

Why linked: Filled the "Building Safety Programme delivery and oversight documents" gap via web research

The programme was established to make sure that residents of high-rise buildings are safe – and feel safe – now, and in the future.

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↓ Information note for landlords and building owners of tall … (23pp) ↓ Industry Safety Steering Group Terms of Reference (3pp)
15 Jun 2020 | Debate Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Building Safety Fund

Why linked: Commons debate on Building Safety Fund - ministerial statements on remediation funding policy

Commons Chamber debate | Commons

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2 Apr 2020 | Policy paper Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Final report of the expert group on structure of guidance to the building regulations

Why linked: April 2020 expert group report on guidance structure — foundational on AD-B reform pathway.

​A report by an MHCLG expert group on how to re-structure current guidance which supports building regulations when it is reviewed, as recommended by Dame Judith Hackitt in her independent review.

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2 Apr 2020 | Consultation outcome Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Building a safer future: proposals for reform of the building safety regulatory system

Why linked: 'Building a safer future' consultation outcome (2020) — proposals for reform of the building safety regulatory system, foundational policy document.

We are seeking views on our proposals for a radically new building and fire safety system which puts residents' safety at its heart.

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↓ Building a safer future: quick-read guide ↓ A reformed building safety regulatory system: government re… (46pp) ↓ Economic assessment of the benefits and costs to the govern… (28pp) ↓ A reformed building safety regulatory system: summary of re… (68pp) ↓ Master tables annex to accompany the summary of responses t…
21 Jan 2020 | Debate Home Office linked direct

Grenfell Tower Inquiry: Phase 1 Report

Why linked: Parliamentary debate on Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 1 Report - directly on-topic substantive discussion of inquiry findings that inform building safety reform scope

Commons Chamber debate | Commons

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21 Jan 2020 | Government response Home Office Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 1 Report: government response (accessible)

Why linked: Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 1 Report government response (accessible) - foundational reform document

Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 1 Report government response (accessible) - foundational reform document

In response to: Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 1 report: government response

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21 Jan 2020 | Policy paper Home Office Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked evidence

Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 1 report: government response

Why linked: Filled the "Government Response to Grenfell Inquiry recommendations" gap via web research

This document sets out the government’s response to the Grenfell Tower Inquiry’s Phase 1 report, which was published on 30 October 2019.

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↓ Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 1 report: government response (12pp)

2019

5 events
30 Oct 2019 | Debate Home Office linked direct

Grenfell Tower Inquiry

Why linked: Commons Chamber debate on Grenfell Tower Inquiry - substantive parliamentary discussion directly relevant to policy thread

Commons Chamber debate | Commons

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21 Oct 2019 | Policy paper Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Building regulations and fire safety: government response to the Select Committee report

Why linked: 2019 Government response to HCLG Committee report on building regulations and fire safety — foundational pre-BSA scrutiny.

The government’s response to the Select Committee's report on 'Building regulations and fire safety: consultation response and connected issues'.

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4 Jun 2019 | Written question Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Building Regulations and Fire Safety Independent Review

Why linked: June 2019 PQ on the Building Regulations and Fire Safety Independent Review — foundational pre-BSA scrutiny.

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, with reference to his Department's December 2018 implementation plan entitled Building a safer future, if he will publish (a) the organisations involved in the implementation pla Answer: Following …

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2018

2 events
18 Sep 2018 | Policy paper Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked direct

Building regulations and fire safety: government response to Select Committee report

Why linked: MHCLG (then MHCLG) government response to HCLG Committee report on building regulations and fire safety (2018) — foundational pre-BSA scrutiny.

The government’s response to the Housing, Communities and Local Government Select Committee’s report on building regulations and fire safety.

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