Question to the Department for Levelling Up, Housing & Communities:

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what steps he plans to take as a result of the investigation into Persimmon homes which found thousands of homes did not comply with building regulations on fire safety.

House builders are responsible for ensuring they build high quality homes which are fit for purpose. Persimmon’s independent review has identified serious failings and they will want to take immediate action to address the concerns raised.

Improving the quality and safety of buildings is a priority for this government and we are determined to ensure that everyone is, and feels, safe in their homes. Through the Building Safety and Fire Safety Bills we will bring about fundamental change, reforming both the regulatory frameworks and industry culture to ensure construction products are safe and residents have a stronger voice in a more accountable system.

We will also create a New Homes Ombudsman to ensure homebuyers have a means of redress.