On September 2, 2024, the UK Parliament discussed vital updates to building safety regulations, focusing on fire safety, construction product standards, and evacuation protocols. Key proposals include improving fire safety for vulnerable residents, continuing CE marking for construction products, and ensuring sprinklers in new care homes. These efforts aim to enhance safety and align with recommendations from the Grenfell Tower inquiry.
To learn more about these important developments, read the full debate here: Building Safety: Hansard