Background
Following the tragic fire at Grenfell Tower in June 2017, Build UK together with the Construction Products Association (CPA) and Construction Industry Council (CIC) were asked by the Government to establish the Industry Response Group.
Objective
To ensure that residents of affected buildings are safe and feel safe from the risk of fire, now and in the future.
Outcome
To advise Government on the construction industry’s capacity and capability to deliver works at pace.
Timeline
October 2019
Build UK submit response to Raising the Bar interim report.
August 2019
Industry Response Group publishes it's interim report for consultation
July 2019
Build UK responded to the Building a Safer Future consultation
June 2019
Consultation on Building A Safer Future launched
May 2019
Working group reports submitted to the Industry Response Group
December 2018
Implementation plan published by the Ministry for Homes, Communities and Local Government
May 2018
Independent Review of Building Regulations and Fire Safety: Final Report published
How to get involved
Please contact info@BuildUK.org.