Rose-tinted glasses shall look as clearly as any other....?
I had to stretch my eyes when I read the conclusion from the article.
"It’s fair to state that the industry’s progress is somewhat driven by Government legislation, but also that it highlights a cultural shift and a desire to prioritise fire safety. Formed to drive justice for the 72 lives lost, the Grenfell United Group has been influential in driving this change.
While it’s shocking to discover that the Grenfell Tower tragedy could have been avoided, the change we are seeing today pays homage to the lives lost and the wider community affected by this episode.
It’s crucial to acknowledge the industry’s efforts and the positive changes that have been implemented post-Grenfell. Many commendable companies, organisations and individuals are working together, sharing a common goal of making buildings safer both now and into the future.
Seven years on then, has anything changed? Plenty, but we must not stop here."
I prepared plain guides to the Draft Building Safety Bill and the Building Safety Bill. I worked with both sides in Commons and the Lords at each stage and have now published the Plain Guide to the Building Safety Act. I have spent two years immersed in the construction industry.
The Hackitt Report demanded culture change and the Act, if implemented with energy (and resources) by the regulators will deliver it.
The Inquiry Report will lead to criminal convictions and, hopefully, some closure to the victims' families and the community.
However, just keeping an eye on LinkedIn posts shows what a mixed picture in the construction industry remains from top to bottom (I won't mention the pink foam firestopping syndrome).
The new administration must resource the regulators:
the HSE; the BSR; LAs; and FRS to deliver culture change.
The major developers still have a £ sign where 'N' normally appears.
The seventh anniversary of the Grenfell Tower fire occurred on 14 June. In the time since that tragedy, we’ve focused on themes including the importance of responsibility and cultural change within the construction industry. While challenges remain within the built environment, many positive changes are taking place. In an exclusive article for Fire Safety Matters, Craig Wells (sales director at Quelfire) highlights the improvements being made https://lnkd.in/d7qjJn_z
Rebecca Croton
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3moCongratulations Daniel 👏🙏