In a post-Grenfell world, the Building Safety Act represents a huge shift in how retrofit projects are managed and executed. As the fallout from one of the most tragic events in recent UK history continues to reverberate, the social housing & construction sectors find themselves at a critical juncture. This comprehensive legislation aims to prevent such disasters from occurring again by tightening safety protocols and clarifying responsibilities.
“The Building Safety Act was introduced in response to the Grenfell inquiry,” explained Hamish McMichael, an architect and founder of Ambue, during a recent Healthy Homes podcast with Jenny Danson. “It’s designed to address the systemic failures that led to that tragedy, ensuring that clear lines of responsibility and rigorous safety measures are in place throughout a building’s lifecycle.”