600,000 People Still Trapped In ‘Unsafe’ Tower Blocks

New analysis from the Labour Party suggests up to 600,000 people across England face being trapped in unsafe or unsellable high-rise properties due to unclear guidance over cladding safety. As reported by 24housing, yesterday’s report on Phase 1 of the Grenfell Inquiry revealed “compelling evidence” of the tower being too dangerous to live in – with the principle reason of the rapid flames being that the ACM panels acted as a source of fuel. Inquiry chair Sir Martin Moore-Bick said the external walls of the Tower – the focal point of the refurbishment work – failed to comply with building regulations. Read more on 24housing.

https://www.24housing.co.uk/news/600000-people-still-trapped-in-unsafe-tower-blocks/