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Leaders from 25 councils have pledged their commitment to ensuring vital building safety work continues during the pandemic.
Building Safety Minister Lord Greenhalgh has announced that 25 councils have joined the ranks of those pledging their commitment to ensuring vital building safety work continues, agreeing to improve the safety of residential blocks while ensuring those working on site are given clear information and support to guarantee their own safety and limit the spread of coronavirus.
So far, 26 councils and five regional mayors have signed the pledge.
Lord Greenhalgh said: “We are bringing about the biggest change in building safety in a generation backed by our unprecedented £1 billion fund for removing unsafe cladding from high-rise buildings, in addition to the £600 million already made available. In order to ensure the safety of residents, building safety work must resume where it can be done safely and in line with public health guidance. The agreement reached with local leaders from across the country is an important step that demonstrates a shared commitment to ensuring this vital work continues during the pandemic.”
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