The Deputy Prime Minister, Angela Rayner, has announced the review of guidance to the building Regulations i.e. Approved Documents, during this week’s Commons debate on the Grenfell Inquiry Phase 2 report. Ms Rayner has asked the Building Safety Regulator (BSR) to undertake a fundamental review of how building regulations guidance is produced, updated, and communicated to the construction industry.
The review will focus on how to make the guidance:
- Easier to understand and use
- Regularly updated to keep up with new technologies and practices
- Be more accessible, especially for SMEs
The goal is to ensure that everyone who uses the guidance can rely on it to be clear, accurate, and practical.
The BSR will lead this review and shall be supported by individuals with expertise in architecture, building control, housebuilding, and digital and technical issues. Feedback will also be gathered from residents, industry professionals, and Government departments to ensure the review reflects everyone’s views.
During early 2025, the BSR will establish a review panel, agree to its terms of reference, and appoint a Chair to lead the activities and the selection of panel members.
The announcement can be viewed in full here.
