The UK construction industry was put in an unfavourable spotlight following the Grenfell Tower tragedy. Common industry practices were subject to intense scrutiny. One such seminal effort included an investigation led by Dame Judith Hackitt resulting in the publication in May 2018 of ‘The Independent Review of Building Regulations and Fire Safety.’ The pressure on the topic and industry has not abated since the Grenfell Tower Inquiry and the subsequent publication of its findings.

The Hackitt Report identified “the key issues underpinning the system failure.” Perhaps most notable of the issues identified included the ambiguity and misinterpretation of regulations and guidance, and the lack of clarity on roles and responsibilities within the construction industry.

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