Building regulations and cladding
Deputy Brassil asked about promised legislation to strengthen building control regulations after Grenfell and also sought an audit of flammable cladding in Ireland. The Taoiseach said the heads had been approved and drafting had begun, but he could not answer the audit questions and suggested a parliamentary question to the housing Minister.
On promised legislation to deal with strengthening the building control (amendment) regulations 2014, and in light of the unfortunate tragedy in the Grenfell Tower in London last week, could the Taoiseach confirm whether the cladding material used in the tower refurbishment is available in Ireland? Can it be imported and used in Ireland? Can an audit be carried out to ascertain how many buildings, both public and private, if any, have this highly flammable material as part of their make-up? Are there any similar materials used that are a danger to our public?
Comment on this
Is there an audit being carried out? Has this material been used? Are there any public or private buildings that have this material as part of their make-up?