Building Control Independent Panel BCIP - Revision history

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−	The panel is ~~inviting~~ stakeholders to share views to inform future recommendations. The questions asked are outlined in full below and [https://www.gov.uk/government/calls-for-evidence/building-control-independent-panel-informing-recommendations-to-government/building-control-independent-panel-informing-recommendations-to-government details of how to respond can be found here]:	+	The panel is invited stakeholders to share views to inform future recommendations. The questions asked are outlined in full below and [https://www.gov.uk/government/calls-for-evidence/building-control-independent-panel-informing-recommendations-to-government/building-control-independent-panel-informing-recommendations-to-government details of how to respond can be found here]:

	# Do you agree with the BCIP problem statement? Are there other areas of concern that you think we have missed?		# Do you agree with the BCIP problem statement? Are there other areas of concern that you think we have missed?

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	On 24 April, 2025 the government announced the five members of the panel; chaired by Dame Judith Hackitt, and joined by Elaine Bailey, Ken Rivers, Rt Hon Nick Raynsford and Dr David Snowball.		On 24 April, 2025 the government announced the five members of the panel; chaired by Dame Judith Hackitt, and joined by Elaine Bailey, Ken Rivers, Rt Hon Nick Raynsford and Dr David Snowball.
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		+	UPDATE: On 20 May, 2026 the Building Control Independent Panel published their Independent report, a precis of which can be found in the article Building Control Independent Panel final report. The full report can be found via [https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/building-control-independent-panel-report/building-control-independent-panel-report#full-list-of-recommendations Building Control Independent Panel report 20 May 2026.] Also on 20 May the Government published its response [https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/building-control-independent-panel-report-government-response policy paper; Building Control Independent Panel report: government response the full text can be found via the link.]

	= Tasks of the panel =		= Tasks of the panel =

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	On 26 February 2025 as part of the Government's response to the Grenfell Tower Inquiry it announced the establishment of the independent panel to review Building Control, something the inquiry had recommended, in relation to considering whether to remove commercial interests from building control and to move to a national authority decision model.		On 26 February 2025 as part of the Government's response to the Grenfell Tower Inquiry it announced the establishment of the independent panel to review Building Control, something the inquiry had recommended, in relation to considering whether to remove commercial interests from building control and to move to a national authority decision model.

−	On 24 April, 2025 the government announced the five members of the ~~independent Building Control review~~ panel; chaired by Dame Judith Hackitt, and joined by Elaine Bailey, Ken Rivers, Rt Hon Nick Raynsford and Dr David Snowball.	+	On 24 April, 2025 the government announced the five members of the panel; chaired by Dame Judith Hackitt, and joined by Elaine Bailey, Ken Rivers, Rt Hon Nick Raynsford and Dr David Snowball.

	= Tasks of the panel =		= Tasks of the panel =

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	On 26 February 2025 as part of the Government's response to the Grenfell Tower Inquiry it announced the establishment of the independent panel to review Building Control, something the inquiry had recommended, in relation to considering whether to remove commercial interests from building control and to move to a national authority decision model.		On 26 February 2025 as part of the Government's response to the Grenfell Tower Inquiry it announced the establishment of the independent panel to review Building Control, something the inquiry had recommended, in relation to considering whether to remove commercial interests from building control and to move to a national authority decision model.

−	~~On 24 April 2025,~~ On 24 April, 2025 the government announced the five members of the independent Building Control review panel ~~appointed,~~ chaired by Dame Judith Hackitt, and joined by Elaine Bailey, Ken Rivers, Rt Hon Nick Raynsford and Dr David Snowball.	+	On 24 April, 2025 the government announced the five members of the independent Building Control review panel; chaired by Dame Judith Hackitt, and joined by Elaine Bailey, Ken Rivers, Rt Hon Nick Raynsford and Dr David Snowball.

−	~~On 18 June 2025~~, the ~~Industry~~ and ~~Regulators Committee which was created~~ to ~~consider matters relating~~ to ~~industry~~, the ~~Government industrial growth~~, ~~skills, competitiveness~~, and the ~~work~~ of ~~UK regulators announced its second inquiry 'an inquiry into building safety regulation,'~~with a ~~particular focus on~~ the work of the ~~Building Safety~~ Regulator~~' (BSR)~~.	+	= Tasks of the panel =
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		+	The Building Control Independent Panel is tasked with advising the UK Government on two key questions raised in the Grenfell Inquiry: whether commercial interests should play a role in building control and whether a national authority should oversee all building control functions. The panel will work with the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG), the Building Safety Regulator (BSR), and other stakeholders to investigate ongoing issues such as conflicts of interest and capacity challenges that may still exist in both private and public sectors. These issues were identified as contributing factors to building control failures before the Grenfell Tower fire.
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		+	Beyond the immediate questions posed by the Inquiry, the panel will explore broader reforms to building control oversight. This includes assessing different models of building control decision-making, examining what level of oversight is appropriate for different types of buildings, and evaluating the adequacy of existing legal powers under the Building Safety Act 2022 and the Building Act 1984. A key focus will be whether customer choice can be retained with improved safeguards, or if stricter oversight is needed across a wider range of buildings. If changes are recommended, the panel will also consider how a transition could be implemented effectively.
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		+	The panel’s work will also support the government’s goal of delivering 1.5 million safe new homes, considering how reforms like a Single Construction Regulator and Chief Construction Adviser could help achieve this. They will examine how these reforms could integrate with existing local authority structures and emerging devolution strategies. Interdependencies with other policy areas will be addressed, including workforce competency, regulatory gaps, digital data use, and potential reforms to technical building regulations and fee structures. The panel will collaborate with officials and stakeholders to identify and analyse these themes as part of forming their recommendations.

	= Problem statement =		= Problem statement =

−	A discussion with Dame Judith Hackitt chair of the BCIP on 15 July, 2025 ~~exploring~~ whether the BSR has improved high-rise safety, its impact on new housing delivery and maintenance, and changes in industry culture since the Grenfell Tower fire. It also discussed if the BSR framework could be made more proportionate without compromising safety and if the regulator has the necessary skills and resources for timely approvals of projects.	+	A discussion with Dame Judith Hackitt chair of the BCIP on 15 July, 2025 explored whether the BSR has improved high-rise safety, its impact on new housing delivery and maintenance, and changes in industry culture since the Grenfell Tower fire. It also discussed if the BSR framework could be made more proportionate without compromising safety and if the regulator has the necessary skills and resources for timely approvals of projects.

−	Also on 15 July 2025 ~~following its three meetings since June~~, the panel published its guidance entitled [https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/building-control-independent-panel-problem-statement/problem-statement-for-the-building-control-independent-panel 'Problem statement for the Building Control Independent Panel']. The problem statement was announced as its "starting position on the problems raised by the Grenfell Tower Inquiry Report"~~, below~~ is a precis of the eight points covered by the statement:	+	Also on 15 July 2025, the panel published its guidance entitled [https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/building-control-independent-panel-problem-statement/problem-statement-for-the-building-control-independent-panel 'Problem statement for the Building Control Independent Panel']. The problem statement was announced as its "starting position on the problems raised by the Grenfell Tower Inquiry Report". Below is a precis of the eight points covered by the statement:

	# Grenfell Tower Inquiry – the problems identified: The Inquiry found serious flaws in building control caused by commercial conflicts of interest and a culture of cooperation over enforcement. It questioned whether those with a financial stake should perform regulatory functions and whether a national authority is needed.		# Grenfell Tower Inquiry – the problems identified: The Inquiry found serious flaws in building control caused by commercial conflicts of interest and a culture of cooperation over enforcement. It questioned whether those with a financial stake should perform regulatory functions and whether a national authority is needed.
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−	The panel is inviting stakeholders to share views to inform future recommendations. The call for evidence follows the Cabinet Office’s Consultation Principles, inviting representative groups to summarise who they represent and who they've consulted. Responses may be published or disclosed under laws such as the Freedom of Information Act, so while confidentiality requests will be considered, they cannot be guaranteed. Personal data will be handled in line with UK data protection legislation, and typically won't be shared with third parties. Individual responses won't be acknowledged unless requested. Feedback on the process is welcome through the official complaints procedure. The questions asked are outlined in full below and [https://www.gov.uk/government/calls-for-evidence/building-control-independent-panel-informing-recommendations-to-government/building-control-independent-panel-informing-recommendations-to-government details of how to respond can be found here]:	+	The panel is inviting stakeholders to share views to inform future recommendations. The questions asked are outlined in full below and [https://www.gov.uk/government/calls-for-evidence/building-control-independent-panel-informing-recommendations-to-government/building-control-independent-panel-informing-recommendations-to-government details of how to respond can be found here]:

	# Do you agree with the BCIP problem statement? Are there other areas of concern that you think we have missed?		# Do you agree with the BCIP problem statement? Are there other areas of concern that you think we have missed?
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	# What are your views on the benefits/risks of the government’s local government reorganisation proposals? Would there be benefits in having fewer shared services operating across a wider area?		# What are your views on the benefits/risks of the government’s local government reorganisation proposals? Would there be benefits in having fewer shared services operating across a wider area?
	# Would enforcement functions be better served by a more centralised system working in partnership with local authorities where action is necessary?		# Would enforcement functions be better served by a more centralised system working in partnership with local authorities where action is necessary?
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−	~~= Tasks of the panel =~~
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−	The Building Control Independent Panel is tasked with advising the UK Government on two key questions raised in the Grenfell Inquiry: whether commercial interests should play a role in building control and whether a national authority should oversee all building control functions. The panel will work with the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG), the Building Safety Regulator (BSR), and other stakeholders to investigate ongoing issues such as conflicts of interest and capacity challenges that may still exist in both private and public sectors. These issues were identified as contributing factors to building control failures before the Grenfell Tower fire.
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−	Beyond the immediate questions posed by the Inquiry, the panel will explore broader reforms to building control oversight. This includes assessing different models of building control decision-making, examining what level of oversight is appropriate for different types of buildings, and evaluating the adequacy of existing legal powers under the Building Safety Act 2022 and the Building Act 1984. A key focus will be whether customer choice can be retained with improved safeguards, or if stricter oversight is needed across a wider range of buildings. If changes are recommended, the panel will also consider how a transition could be implemented effectively.
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−	The panel’s work will also support the government’s goal of delivering 1.5 million safe new homes, considering how reforms like a Single Construction Regulator and Chief Construction Adviser could help achieve this. They will examine how these reforms could integrate with existing local authority structures and emerging devolution strategies. Interdependencies with other policy areas will be addressed, including workforce competency, regulatory gaps, digital data use, and potential reforms to technical building regulations and fee structures. The panel will collaborate with officials and stakeholders to identify and analyse these themes as part of forming their recommendations.

	= Related articles on Designing buildings =		= Related articles on Designing buildings =

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	= Related articles on Designing buildings =		= Related articles on Designing buildings =

		+	* Approved documents.
		+	* Approved inspector.
		+	* Building control body.
	* Five members of the independent Building Control review panel appointed.		* Five members of the independent Building Control review panel appointed.
	* Fundamental Review of Building Regulations Guidance.		* Fundamental Review of Building Regulations Guidance.
	* House of Lords Industry and Regulators Committee Inquiry into building safety regulation.		* House of Lords Industry and Regulators Committee Inquiry into building safety regulation.
	* Independent review of the building regulations and fire safety.		* Independent review of the building regulations and fire safety.
		+	* Building control body.
		+	* Building control performance standards.
		+	* Building Regulations Advisory Committee (BRAC).
		+	* Building Safety Act 2022.
	* Building Safety Committee discussion with Dame Judith Hackitt.		* Building Safety Committee discussion with Dame Judith Hackitt.
		+	* Building Safety Wiki.
		+	* Competent person schemes.
		+	* Failure to comply with the building regulations.
		+	* Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022.
		+	* Fundamental Review of Building Regulations Guidance.
		+	* Golden thread
		+	* Grenfell Tower tragedy
		+	* Hackitt review of the building regulations and fire safety, final report.
		+	* Higher risk buildings
		+	* Independent Grenfell Tower Inquiry
		+	* Independent review of the building regulations and fire safety.
		+	* Statutory authorities.
		+	* The Building Act.
		+	* The history of building regulations and control.

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	On 26 February 2025 as part of the Government's response to the Grenfell Tower Inquiry it announced the establishment of the independent panel to review Building Control, something the inquiry had recommended, in relation to considering whether to remove commercial interests from building control and to move to a national authority decision model.		On 26 February 2025 as part of the Government's response to the Grenfell Tower Inquiry it announced the establishment of the independent panel to review Building Control, something the inquiry had recommended, in relation to considering whether to remove commercial interests from building control and to move to a national authority decision model.

−	On 24 April 2025, On 24 April, 2025 the government announced the ~~Five~~ members of the independent Building Control review panel appointed, chaired by Dame Judith Hackitt, and joined by Elaine Bailey, Ken Rivers, Rt Hon Nick Raynsford and Dr David Snowball.	+	On 24 April 2025, On 24 April, 2025 the government announced the five members of the independent Building Control review panel appointed, chaired by Dame Judith Hackitt, and joined by Elaine Bailey, Ken Rivers, Rt Hon Nick Raynsford and Dr David Snowball.

	On 18 June 2025, the Industry and Regulators Committee which was created to consider matters relating to industry, the Government industrial growth, skills, competitiveness, and the work of UK regulators announced its second inquiry 'an inquiry into building safety regulation,'with a particular focus on the work of the Building Safety Regulator' (BSR).		On 18 June 2025, the Industry and Regulators Committee which was created to consider matters relating to industry, the Government industrial growth, skills, competitiveness, and the work of UK regulators announced its second inquiry 'an inquiry into building safety regulation,'with a particular focus on the work of the Building Safety Regulator' (BSR).

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	= Background =		= Background =
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	On 26 February 2025 as part of the Government's response to the Grenfell Tower Inquiry it announced the establishment of the independent panel to review Building Control, something the inquiry had recommended, in relation to considering whether to remove commercial interests from building control and to move to a national authority decision model.		On 26 February 2025 as part of the Government's response to the Grenfell Tower Inquiry it announced the establishment of the independent panel to review Building Control, something the inquiry had recommended, in relation to considering whether to remove commercial interests from building control and to move to a national authority decision model.

−	On 24 April 2025, On 24 April, 2025 the government announced the ~~five~~ members to the Building Control ~~Independent Panel~~, chaired by Dame Judith Hackitt, and joined by Elaine Bailey, Ken Rivers, Rt Hon Nick Raynsford and Dr David Snowball.	+	On 24 April 2025, On 24 April, 2025 the government announced the Five members of the independent Building Control review panel appointed, chaired by Dame Judith Hackitt, and joined by Elaine Bailey, Ken Rivers, Rt Hon Nick Raynsford and Dr David Snowball.

	On 18 June 2025, the Industry and Regulators Committee which was created to consider matters relating to industry, the Government industrial growth, skills, competitiveness, and the work of UK regulators announced its second inquiry 'an inquiry into building safety regulation,'with a particular focus on the work of the Building Safety Regulator' (BSR).		On 18 June 2025, the Industry and Regulators Committee which was created to consider matters relating to industry, the Government industrial growth, skills, competitiveness, and the work of UK regulators announced its second inquiry 'an inquiry into building safety regulation,'with a particular focus on the work of the Building Safety Regulator' (BSR).

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	= Background =		= Background =

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	On 24 April 2025, On 24 April, 2025 the government announced the five members to the Building Control Independent Panel, chaired by Dame Judith Hackitt, and joined by Elaine Bailey, Ken Rivers, Rt Hon Nick Raynsford and Dr David Snowball.		On 24 April 2025, On 24 April, 2025 the government announced the five members to the Building Control Independent Panel, chaired by Dame Judith Hackitt, and joined by Elaine Bailey, Ken Rivers, Rt Hon Nick Raynsford and Dr David Snowball.

−	On 18 June 2025, the Industry and Regulators Committee which was created to consider matters relating to industry, the Government industrial growth, skills, competitiveness, and the work of UK regulators announced its second inquiry 'an inquiry into building safety regulation'with a particular focus on the work of the Building Safety Regulator' (BSR).	+	On 18 June 2025, the Industry and Regulators Committee which was created to consider matters relating to industry, the Government industrial growth, skills, competitiveness, and the work of UK regulators announced its second inquiry 'an inquiry into building safety regulation,'with a particular focus on the work of the Building Safety Regulator' (BSR).

	= Problem statement =		= Problem statement =

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	* Building Safety Committee discussion with Dame Judith Hackitt.		* Building Safety Committee discussion with Dame Judith Hackitt.

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	= Call for evidence =		= Call for evidence =

−	The panel is inviting stakeholders to share views to inform future recommendations. The call for evidence follows the Cabinet Office’s Consultation Principles, inviting representative groups to summarise who they represent and who they've consulted. Responses may be published or disclosed under laws such as the Freedom of Information Act, so while confidentiality requests will be considered, they cannot be guaranteed. Personal data will be handled in line with UK data protection legislation, and typically won't be shared with third parties. Individual responses won't be acknowledged unless requested. Feedback on the process is welcome through the official complaints procedure. The questions asked are outlined in full below:	+	The panel is inviting stakeholders to share views to inform future recommendations. The call for evidence follows the Cabinet Office’s Consultation Principles, inviting representative groups to summarise who they represent and who they've consulted. Responses may be published or disclosed under laws such as the Freedom of Information Act, so while confidentiality requests will be considered, they cannot be guaranteed. Personal data will be handled in line with UK data protection legislation, and typically won't be shared with third parties. Individual responses won't be acknowledged unless requested. Feedback on the process is welcome through the official complaints procedure. The questions asked are outlined in full below and [https://www.gov.uk/government/calls-for-evidence/building-control-independent-panel-informing-recommendations-to-government/building-control-independent-panel-informing-recommendations-to-government details of how to respond can be found here]:

	# Do you agree with the BCIP problem statement? Are there other areas of concern that you think we have missed?		# Do you agree with the BCIP problem statement? Are there other areas of concern that you think we have missed?