Tower Block Cladding Debate
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Vicky Ford
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Tower Block Cladding
Vicky Ford Excerpts(6 years, 6 months ago)
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James Brokenshire
I understand and hear very clearly the call that has been made. There are certain statutory obligations to consult under the Building Act 1984. That is why I have said that I am minded to make this change, subject to the consultation. My officials are working at pace in relation to getting that consultation out, because I hear the very clear message that the right hon. Gentleman is giving about the urgency of this.
Vicky Ford (Chelmsford) (Con)
What confidence can I give to my constituents who work in tall buildings that they will be as safe at work as people who live in tall buildings?
James Brokenshire
Obviously it is for all building owners to ensure that they are taking appropriate steps. We know that interim measures are in place. As I said to my hon. Friend last week, Dame Judith Hackitt’s recommendations are focused on residential accommodation of 10 storeys and above, but she has said that some of her recommendations may have a broader application, and we will consider that as part of the consultation.