Ministry of Housing

“additional policy has been added to paragraph 102 a) setting out that the safety of children and other vulnerable users in proximity to open water, railways and other potential hazards should be considered in planning and assessing proposals for development”

“guidance (Annex A) encourages local authorities to engage with claimants affected by RSRS to identify effective ways of mitigating the effects of any reduction in entitlement, such as tenants being encouraged to move to smaller properties, to take lodgers or to apply for a DHP.”

“The Government recognises that further evidence is required on the benefit of sprinklers and other additional fire protection measures in specialised housing and, to this end, we have a dedicated research workstream in place. I will consider future research findings in light of your concerns and the evidence heard at Mr [name redacted] inquest, so that we can consider what changes are necessary to reduce the risk of similar incidents in the future.”

“We are reviewing the 3.4extent to which the current DHS is the right ask of the social housing sector today; to consider the case for change; and to assess the strategic, economic and management case for different criteria. Part”

“current review of the housing health and safety rating system ("HHSRS") will support a better understanding of the known risks of damp and mould to health.”

“we will table an amendment to the Social Housing Regulation Bill relating to hazards in social homes.”

“I intend to direct the Regulator of Social Housing to implement the approach set out in this new policy statement in its standards.”

“The Regulator of Social Housing will be writing to you imminently on this and you should respond promptly.”

“From 1 October 2022, changes introduced by the Building Safety Act, mean that residents will no longer have to refer their complaint to a designated person, such as an MP, or wait eight weeks before the Ombudsman can consider their complaint.”

“the AAI EWG recommended in principle that AAIs should be made available in public locations for use to treat anaphylaxis in unforeseen, critical circumstances, provided suitable safeguards can be implemented to ensure effective and safe use of the AAIs.”

“The BBSA has worked with Trading Standards and RoSPA to produce some specific guidance for Landlords highlighting their responsibilities and how to make existing blinds safer”

“The CPS Operations Directorate has also been considering the national implications and as a result ensured we have modified CPS training so advocates conducting youth court cases are reminded that a youth can always be remanded for their "own welfare”