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PLUS: Unsafe buildings suspending ‘stay put’ in London passes 1k mark
 
 
FIRE BRIEFING
14.10.2021
 
“Fire safety for disabled residents is not a minority issue” – Using technology to manage fire safety risks in social housing

Nick Rutter discusses why the Internet of Things is set to transform fire safety. In particular, he explores the role of connected technology in managing risks for disabled residents in social housing. 
 
Number of unsafe buildings in London suspending ‘stay put’ strategy passes 1k – Fire Commissioner calls for urgent action

Urgent action has been called for by the London Fire Commissioner after the number of apartment blocks in London deemed unsafe exceeds 1,000.

Home Office seeking to externally commission new updates to Fire Safety Order guidance documents

As part of its overhaul of guidance on The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, the Home Office is seeking to externally commission new guides and updates to existing guidance documents.