Government Unveils Changes To Building Regulations

[james.wilson]

The government has outlined a new programme of changes to Building Regulations that will impact on fire safety practices in England.

Communities minister Andrew Stunell unveiled the proposals, which aim to reduce the regulatory burden placed on builders and streamline various technical and procedural requirements, making it easier and cheaper for them to ensure they are in compliance.

Part B of the Future Changes to the Building Regulations - Next Steps document highlighted the technical provisions for fire safety, including the government's decision not to require greater use of automatic fire sprinklers and water suppression systems in domestic and non-domestic buildings.

The paper also outlined the government's intention to assess the environmental impacts of fire and fire protection systems in the future.

Mr Stunell said: "In the coming year, I plan to look at how we ensure our regulations are as effective as they can be in delivering safe and sustainable buildings.

"The success of this process is dependent on consultation with those at the frontline of the construction industry, building the homes and buildings that this country needs."

The communities minister also responded to concerns raised by the industry, stating that he will evaluate how Building Regulations relating to electrical safety can be changed to lower the cost of compliance.

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[Cubit]

Part P is said to be high on the list of inclusions for change.

[james.wilson]

any more info on that?

changing it which way

[Cubit]

any more info on that?

changing it which way

Twas from a couple of Trade journals. The Government also had it on a web site for discussion - since closed.