To ask Her Majesty's Government whether they will publish the advice they have provided to public bodies, local authorities and housing associations following the fire and safety test failure of the type of fire door used at Grenfell Tower.
Answered on
28 March 2018
Independent experts have advised that the risk to public safety is low, and that evidence from the test and investigation to date does not change this assessment. The Fire safety advice, which remains unchanged, is that:
Smoke alarms save lives but only if they’re working and in the right place. Ensure you have at least one on every level of your home and test them regularly – monthly is best.
Keep fire doors shut to help prevent the spread of fire and smoke.
Understand and follow the fire safety advice for your building. If in doubt, discuss with the landlord or building owner.
Following independent expert advice, the Government is acting at pace to carry out further investigations to establish the full circumstances.