Pre-legislative scrutiny of the Building Safety Bill. Fifth report of session 2019-21. Report, together with formal minutes relating to the report

Housing, Communities and Local Government Committee HC 466

House of Commons, 2020
Pre-legislative scrutiny of the Building Safety Bill. Fifth report of session 2019-21. Report, together with formal minutes relating to the report Download document

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Housing, Communities and Local Government Committee

Abstract

Summarises the purpose and progress of the Building Safety Bill, aiming to improve building safety following the Grenfell Tower fire in June 2017. This Pre-legislative scrutiny report focusses on leaseholders and the building safety charge, establishing the Building Safety Regulator, changes within design and construction roles and responsibilities, occupation and construction products.

History

House of Commons Housing, Communities and Local Government Committee. Fifth report. Published 19/11/2020. HC 466.

Subjects

  • Legal issues and management
  • Fire
  • Building control
  • Building types
  • Housing/residential facilities
  • Building control, England
  • Special subject areas

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