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The Building Safety Regulator (BSR) is a non-departmental public body of the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government and is responsible for regulating higher-risk buildings in England.[1]
History
[edit]The BSR was established to raise safety standards for buildings in England in response to the Grenfell Tower tragedy in June 2017.[2] Following the passing of the Building Safety Act 2022, it was initially formed on 1 October 2023 within the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). The BSR became a standalone regulator on 27 January 2026.[3]
References
[edit]- ↑ "About us". Building Safety Regulator. Retrieved 20 April 2026.
- ↑ "What Are The Key Updates To The Building Safety Act In 2023". CHAS. Retrieved 20 April 2026.
- ↑ "Inside the Building Safety Regulator's 2026 plan: what will change over the next 12 months?". RIBA. Retrieved 20 April 2026.
