Legal updates and additional regulations have been brought in to improve safety and accountability, and to ensure building risks are better understood and managed.
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The Fire Safety (Residential Evacuation Plans) (England) Regulations 2025 came into force on the 6th April 2026, introducing new duties for those responsible for certain blocks of flats.
Regular assessment, accurate documentation, and prompt action where issues are found are key to compliance and resident safety.
Many blocks of flats across the country are still living through a period of cladding remediation.
With the right balance between energy saving and safety, residents can stay warm, safe and keep their homes in good condition.
Fire safety in residential buildings relies on strong compartmentation and effective fire engineering.
Managing a property involves a myriad of responsibilities, and when it comes to communal areas, the complexities only multiply.
In the event of a fire, fire doors help protect escape routes and support fire compartmentation slowing the spread of fire.
Fire compartmentation involves the use of fire-resistant construction to divide a building into separate areas.
Remedial actions identified during Fire Risk Assessments (FRAs) and Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) services can lead to delays.