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Designing Buildings at 09:44, 4 March 2025

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	“Those who design buildings, particularly higher-risk and complex buildings, would benefit from having access to a body of information, such as data from tests on products and materials, reports on serious fires and academic papers. In Chapter 112 we have referred to the Cladding Materials Library set up by the University of Queensland, which could form the basis of a valuable source of information for designers of buildings in general. We recommend that the construction regulator sponsor the development of a similar library, perhaps as part of a joint project with the University of Queensland, to provide a continuing resource for designers.”		“Those who design buildings, particularly higher-risk and complex buildings, would benefit from having access to a body of information, such as data from tests on products and materials, reports on serious fires and academic papers. In Chapter 112 we have referred to the Cladding Materials Library set up by the University of Queensland, which could form the basis of a valuable source of information for designers of buildings in general. We recommend that the construction regulator sponsor the development of a similar library, perhaps as part of a joint project with the University of Queensland, to provide a continuing resource for designers.”

−	The University of Queensland library of cladding materials [https://claddingmaterialslibrary.com/ https://claddingmaterialslibrary.com/] provides a catalogue and point of reference for materials that designers might be thinking of using. The database contains information about a range of products, including their performance in fire. It was ~~originally intended~~ to develop the resource to incorporate the results of intermediate and large-scale tests, but, the programme was discontinued.	+	The University of Queensland library of cladding materials [https://claddingmaterialslibrary.com/ https://claddingmaterialslibrary.com/] provides a small catalogue and point of reference for materials that designers might be thinking of using. The database contains information about a range of products, including their performance in fire. It original intention was to develop the resource to incorporate the results of intermediate and large-scale tests, but, the programme was discontinued.

	The Inquiry report also suggested that many countries have recognised the knowledge and skills of construction professionals, including those inspecting and approving buildings, needs to be improved through a combination of initial education, formal qualifications and continuing professional development, and the need for the testing and regulation of construction products to prevent the use of dangerous or unsuitable materials.		The Inquiry report also suggested that many countries have recognised the knowledge and skills of construction professionals, including those inspecting and approving buildings, needs to be improved through a combination of initial education, formal qualifications and continuing professional development, and the need for the testing and regulation of construction products to prevent the use of dangerous or unsuitable materials.

−	On 26 February 2025, the Government published its response to the [https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/grenfell-tower-inquiry-phase-2-report-government-response/grenfell-tower-inquiry-phase-2-report-government-response-html Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report]. This accepted the recommendation for the creation of a digitaly-based construction library better access to information, resources and test results stating; "we are considering options to best support access to data from tests on products and materials and broader fire safety and performance information as part of wider construction product reforms." and "...we will establish a Construction Library as the platform to make information such as test results available and to provide wider material such as reports on serious fires and academic papers. We will also introduce greater transparency to claims made by manufacturers, with tighter rules around marketing and increased traceability of information."	+	On 26 February 2025, the Government published its response to the [https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/grenfell-tower-inquiry-phase-2-report-government-response/grenfell-tower-inquiry-phase-2-report-government-response-html Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report]. This accepted the recommendation for the creation of a digitaly-based construction library giving better access to information, resources and test results stating; "we are considering options to best support access to data from tests on products and materials and broader fire safety and performance information as part of wider construction product reforms." and "...we will establish a Construction Library as the platform to make information such as test results available and to provide wider material such as reports on serious fires and academic papers. We will also introduce greater transparency to claims made by manufacturers, with tighter rules around marketing and increased traceability of information."

	The government also published a [https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/construction-products-reform-green-paper green paper on proposals for institutional and regulatory reform of the construction products regime]. It sets out a range of proposals for construction products reform, including proposals that address the Inquiry‘s recommendations. The green paper also serves as the government’s response to the Independent Review of Product Testing and Certification (the [https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6440f2596dda69000d11e15e/Independent_Review_of_the_Construction_Product_Testing_Regime.pdf Morrell-Day Review] - Testing for a Safer Future).		The government also published a [https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/construction-products-reform-green-paper green paper on proposals for institutional and regulatory reform of the construction products regime]. It sets out a range of proposals for construction products reform, including proposals that address the Inquiry‘s recommendations. The green paper also serves as the government’s response to the Independent Review of Product Testing and Certification (the [https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6440f2596dda69000d11e15e/Independent_Review_of_the_Construction_Product_Testing_Regime.pdf Morrell-Day Review] - Testing for a Safer Future).
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	We agree that a library would be an important source of information for designers of complex and high-rise buildings but think that the library should hold a broader suite of information to support our wider goal of ensuring safe products which are safely used."		We agree that a library would be an important source of information for designers of complex and high-rise buildings but think that the library should hold a broader suite of information to support our wider goal of ensuring safe products which are safely used."

−	Extensive recommendations for clear accessible information and the construction library are set out in Chapter 7.	+	Extensive recommendations for clear accessible information and the construction library are set out in Chapter 7 of the green paper.

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Designing Buildings at 10:00, 28 February 2025

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	On 26 February 2025, the Government published its response to the [https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/grenfell-tower-inquiry-phase-2-report-government-response/grenfell-tower-inquiry-phase-2-report-government-response-html Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report]. This accepted the recommendation for the creation of a digitaly-based construction library better access to information, resources and test results stating; "we are considering options to best support access to data from tests on products and materials and broader fire safety and performance information as part of wider construction product reforms." and "...we will establish a Construction Library as the platform to make information such as test results available and to provide wider material such as reports on serious fires and academic papers. We will also introduce greater transparency to claims made by manufacturers, with tighter rules around marketing and increased traceability of information."		On 26 February 2025, the Government published its response to the [https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/grenfell-tower-inquiry-phase-2-report-government-response/grenfell-tower-inquiry-phase-2-report-government-response-html Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report]. This accepted the recommendation for the creation of a digitaly-based construction library better access to information, resources and test results stating; "we are considering options to best support access to data from tests on products and materials and broader fire safety and performance information as part of wider construction product reforms." and "...we will establish a Construction Library as the platform to make information such as test results available and to provide wider material such as reports on serious fires and academic papers. We will also introduce greater transparency to claims made by manufacturers, with tighter rules around marketing and increased traceability of information."

−	The government also published a [https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/construction-products-reform-green-paper green paper on proposals for institutional and regulatory reform of the construction products regime]. It sets out a range of proposals for construction products reform, including proposals that address the Inquiry‘s recommendations. The green paper also serves as the government’s response to the Independent Review of Product Testing and Certification (the [https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6440f2596dda69000d11e15e/Independent_Review_of_the_Construction_Product_Testing_Regime.pdf Morrell-Day Review]).	+	The government also published a [https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/construction-products-reform-green-paper green paper on proposals for institutional and regulatory reform of the construction products regime]. It sets out a range of proposals for construction products reform, including proposals that address the Inquiry‘s recommendations. The green paper also serves as the government’s response to the Independent Review of Product Testing and Certification (the [https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6440f2596dda69000d11e15e/Independent_Review_of_the_Construction_Product_Testing_Regime.pdf Morrell-Day Review] - Testing for a Safer Future).

	It proposes; "Establishing a library for construction products that will serve as a central repository for vital information related to construction products. This library will house data such as test results, certificates of compliance, and relevant academic research. By linking this library to the national regulator, the government aims to enhance public access to crucial data, supporting better decision-making throughout the construction sector."		It proposes; "Establishing a library for construction products that will serve as a central repository for vital information related to construction products. This library will house data such as test results, certificates of compliance, and relevant academic research. By linking this library to the national regulator, the government aims to enhance public access to crucial data, supporting better decision-making throughout the construction sector."
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	* Regulator of Construction Products.		* Regulator of Construction Products.
	* Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.		* Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.
		+	* Testing for a Safer Future.
	* The Grenfell phase 2 final report recommendations for the construction industry.		* The Grenfell phase 2 final report recommendations for the construction industry.

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Designing Buildings at 09:59, 28 February 2025

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	On 26 February 2025, the Government published its response to the [https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/grenfell-tower-inquiry-phase-2-report-government-response/grenfell-tower-inquiry-phase-2-report-government-response-html Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report]. This accepted the recommendation for the creation of a digitaly-based construction library better access to information, resources and test results stating; "we are considering options to best support access to data from tests on products and materials and broader fire safety and performance information as part of wider construction product reforms." and "...we will establish a Construction Library as the platform to make information such as test results available and to provide wider material such as reports on serious fires and academic papers. We will also introduce greater transparency to claims made by manufacturers, with tighter rules around marketing and increased traceability of information."		On 26 February 2025, the Government published its response to the [https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/grenfell-tower-inquiry-phase-2-report-government-response/grenfell-tower-inquiry-phase-2-report-government-response-html Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report]. This accepted the recommendation for the creation of a digitaly-based construction library better access to information, resources and test results stating; "we are considering options to best support access to data from tests on products and materials and broader fire safety and performance information as part of wider construction product reforms." and "...we will establish a Construction Library as the platform to make information such as test results available and to provide wider material such as reports on serious fires and academic papers. We will also introduce greater transparency to claims made by manufacturers, with tighter rules around marketing and increased traceability of information."

−	The government also published a [https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/construction-products-reform-green-paper green paper on proposals for institutional and regulatory reform of the construction products regime]. It sets out a range of proposals for construction products reform, including proposals that address the Inquiry‘s recommendations. The green paper also serves as the government’s response to the Independent Review of Product Testing and Certification (the [https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6440f2596dda69000d11e15e/Independent_Review_of_the_Construction_Product_Testing_Regime.pdf Morrell-Day Review]). ~~This~~ proposes; "Establishing a library for construction products that will serve as a central repository for vital information related to construction products. This library will house data such as test results, certificates of compliance, and relevant academic research. By linking this library to the national regulator, the government aims to enhance public access to crucial data, supporting better decision-making throughout the construction sector." Extensive recommendations for clear accessible information and the construction ~~librayr~~ are set out in Chapter 7.	+	The government also published a [https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/construction-products-reform-green-paper green paper on proposals for institutional and regulatory reform of the construction products regime]. It sets out a range of proposals for construction products reform, including proposals that address the Inquiry‘s recommendations. The green paper also serves as the government’s response to the Independent Review of Product Testing and Certification (the [https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6440f2596dda69000d11e15e/Independent_Review_of_the_Construction_Product_Testing_Regime.pdf Morrell-Day Review]).
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		+	It proposes; "Establishing a library for construction products that will serve as a central repository for vital information related to construction products. This library will house data such as test results, certificates of compliance, and relevant academic research. By linking this library to the national regulator, the government aims to enhance public access to crucial data, supporting better decision-making throughout the construction sector."
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		+	It states: "We are proposing to establish a construction library. We think the library could fulfil a valuable role as a trusted source for all those that need access to information about the safe and appropriate use of products, whether that’s the national regulator, industry professionals or the general public. We are exploring how best to facilitate this.<br />
		+	We agree that a library would be an important source of information for designers of complex and high-rise buildings but think that the library should hold a broader suite of information to support our wider goal of ensuring safe products which are safely used."
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		+	Extensive recommendations for clear accessible information and the construction library are set out in Chapter 7.

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Designing Buildings at 09:14, 28 February 2025

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	On 26 February 2025, the Government published its response to the [https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/grenfell-tower-inquiry-phase-2-report-government-response/grenfell-tower-inquiry-phase-2-report-government-response-html Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report]. This accepted the recommendation for the creation of a digitaly-based construction library better access to information, resources and test results stating; "we are considering options to best support access to data from tests on products and materials and broader fire safety and performance information as part of wider construction product reforms." and "...we will establish a Construction Library as the platform to make information such as test results available and to provide wider material such as reports on serious fires and academic papers. We will also introduce greater transparency to claims made by manufacturers, with tighter rules around marketing and increased traceability of information."		On 26 February 2025, the Government published its response to the [https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/grenfell-tower-inquiry-phase-2-report-government-response/grenfell-tower-inquiry-phase-2-report-government-response-html Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report]. This accepted the recommendation for the creation of a digitaly-based construction library better access to information, resources and test results stating; "we are considering options to best support access to data from tests on products and materials and broader fire safety and performance information as part of wider construction product reforms." and "...we will establish a Construction Library as the platform to make information such as test results available and to provide wider material such as reports on serious fires and academic papers. We will also introduce greater transparency to claims made by manufacturers, with tighter rules around marketing and increased traceability of information."

−	The government also published a [https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/construction-products-reform-green-paper green paper on proposals for institutional and regulatory reform of the construction products regime]. It sets out a range of proposals for construction products reform, including proposals that address the Inquiry‘s recommendations. The green paper also serves as the government’s response to ~~theIndependent~~ Review of Product Testing and Certification (the [https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6440f2596dda69000d11e15e/Independent_Review_of_the_Construction_Product_Testing_Regime.pdf Morrell-Day Review])	+	The government also published a [https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/construction-products-reform-green-paper green paper on proposals for institutional and regulatory reform of the construction products regime]. It sets out a range of proposals for construction products reform, including proposals that address the Inquiry‘s recommendations. The green paper also serves as the government’s response to the Independent Review of Product Testing and Certification (the [https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6440f2596dda69000d11e15e/Independent_Review_of_the_Construction_Product_Testing_Regime.pdf Morrell-Day Review]). This proposes; "Establishing a library for construction products that will serve as a central repository for vital information related to construction products. This library will house data such as test results, certificates of compliance, and relevant academic research. By linking this library to the national regulator, the government aims to enhance public access to crucial data, supporting better decision-making throughout the construction sector." Extensive recommendations for clear accessible information and the construction librayr are set out in Chapter 7.

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Designing Buildings at 09:08, 28 February 2025

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	The Inquiry report also suggested that many countries have recognised the knowledge and skills of construction professionals, including those inspecting and approving buildings, needs to be improved through a combination of initial education, formal qualifications and continuing professional development, and the need for the testing and regulation of construction products to prevent the use of dangerous or unsuitable materials.		The Inquiry report also suggested that many countries have recognised the knowledge and skills of construction professionals, including those inspecting and approving buildings, needs to be improved through a combination of initial education, formal qualifications and continuing professional development, and the need for the testing and regulation of construction products to prevent the use of dangerous or unsuitable materials.
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		+	On 26 February 2025, the Government published its response to the [https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/grenfell-tower-inquiry-phase-2-report-government-response/grenfell-tower-inquiry-phase-2-report-government-response-html Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report]. This accepted the recommendation for the creation of a digitaly-based construction library better access to information, resources and test results stating; "we are considering options to best support access to data from tests on products and materials and broader fire safety and performance information as part of wider construction product reforms." and "...we will establish a Construction Library as the platform to make information such as test results available and to provide wider material such as reports on serious fires and academic papers. We will also introduce greater transparency to claims made by manufacturers, with tighter rules around marketing and increased traceability of information."
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		+	The government also published a [https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/construction-products-reform-green-paper green paper on proposals for institutional and regulatory reform of the construction products regime]. It sets out a range of proposals for construction products reform, including proposals that address the Inquiry‘s recommendations. The green paper also serves as the government’s response to theIndependent Review of Product Testing and Certification (the [https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6440f2596dda69000d11e15e/Independent_Review_of_the_Construction_Product_Testing_Regime.pdf Morrell-Day Review])

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Designing Buildings at 10:41, 27 January 2025

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−	* Building a Safer Future - Independent Review of Building Regulations and Fire Safety (Hackitt Review).
	* Building Regulations – Part B.		* Building Regulations – Part B.
	* Building Safety Act 2022.		* Building Safety Act 2022.
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	* Grenfell Tower Fire.		* Grenfell Tower Fire.
	* Grenfell Tower Inquiry.		* Grenfell Tower Inquiry.
		+	* Hackitt Review.
	* Regulator of Construction Products.		* Regulator of Construction Products.
	* Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.		* Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.

Designing Buildings at 10:41, 27 January 2025

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	“Those who design buildings, particularly higher-risk and complex buildings, would benefit from having access to a body of information, such as data from tests on products and materials, reports on serious fires and academic papers. In Chapter 112 we have referred to the Cladding Materials Library set up by the University of Queensland, which could form the basis of a valuable source of information for designers of buildings in general. We recommend that the construction regulator sponsor the development of a similar library, perhaps as part of a joint project with the University of Queensland, to provide a continuing resource for designers.”		“Those who design buildings, particularly higher-risk and complex buildings, would benefit from having access to a body of information, such as data from tests on products and materials, reports on serious fires and academic papers. In Chapter 112 we have referred to the Cladding Materials Library set up by the University of Queensland, which could form the basis of a valuable source of information for designers of buildings in general. We recommend that the construction regulator sponsor the development of a similar library, perhaps as part of a joint project with the University of Queensland, to provide a continuing resource for designers.”

−	The University of Queensland library of cladding materials to provides a catalogue and point of reference for materials that designers might be thinking of using. The database contains information about a range of products, including their performance in fire. It was originally intended to develop the resource to incorporate the results of intermediate and large-scale tests, but, the programme was discontinued.	+	The University of Queensland library of cladding materials [https://claddingmaterialslibrary.com/ https://claddingmaterialslibrary.com/] provides a catalogue and point of reference for materials that designers might be thinking of using. The database contains information about a range of products, including their performance in fire. It was originally intended to develop the resource to incorporate the results of intermediate and large-scale tests, but, the programme was discontinued.

	The Inquiry report also suggested that many countries have recognised the knowledge and skills of construction professionals, including those inspecting and approving buildings, needs to be improved through a combination of initial education, formal qualifications and continuing professional development, and the need for the testing and regulation of construction products to prevent the use of dangerous or unsuitable materials.		The Inquiry report also suggested that many countries have recognised the knowledge and skills of construction professionals, including those inspecting and approving buildings, needs to be improved through a combination of initial education, formal qualifications and continuing professional development, and the need for the testing and regulation of construction products to prevent the use of dangerous or unsuitable materials.

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−	[https://~~www~~.~~grenfelltowerinquiry~~.~~org~~.uk/ Grenfell Tower Inquiry: Phase 2 ~~report overview~~, ~~report of the public inquiry into the fire at Grenfell Tower on 14 June 2017~~], published in September 2024, ~~states~~:	+	Paragraph 113.39 of the [https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/66d818059084b18b95709f86/CCS0923434692-004_GTI_Phase_2_Volume_7_BOOKMARKED.pdf Grenfell Tower Inquiry: Phase 2 Report, Volume 7], published in September 2024, called for the creation of a construction library, stating:

−	~~'Those~~ who design buildings, particularly higher-risk and complex buildings, would benefit from having access to a body of information, such as data from tests on products and materials, reports on serious fires and academic papers. In Chapter 112 we have referred to the Cladding Materials Library set up by the University of Queensland, which could form the basis of a valuable source of information for designers of buildings in general. We recommend that the construction regulator sponsor the development of a similar library, perhaps as part of a joint project with the University of Queensland, to provide a continuing resource for designers.'	+	“Those who design buildings, particularly higher-risk and complex buildings, would benefit from having access to a body of information, such as data from tests on products and materials, reports on serious fires and academic papers. In Chapter 112 we have referred to the Cladding Materials Library set up by the University of Queensland, which could form the basis of a valuable source of information for designers of buildings in general. We recommend that the construction regulator sponsor the development of a similar library, perhaps as part of a joint project with the University of Queensland, to provide a continuing resource for designers.”

−	~~= Related article on Designing Buildings =~~	+	The University of Queensland library of cladding materials to provides a catalogue and point of reference for materials that designers might be thinking of using. The database contains information about a range of products, including their performance in fire. It was originally intended to develop the resource to incorporate the results of intermediate and large-scale tests, but, the programme was discontinued.

−	* Building a Safer Future - Independent Review of Building Regulations and Fire Safety (Hackitt Review)	+	The Inquiry report also suggested that many countries have recognised the knowledge and skills of construction professionals, including those inspecting and approving buildings, needs to be improved through a combination of initial education, formal qualifications and continuing professional development, and the need for the testing and regulation of construction products to prevent the use of dangerous or unsuitable materials.
−	* Building Regulations – Part B	+
−	* Building Safety Act 2022	+	= Related articles on Designing Buildings =
−	* Building Safety Regulator	+
−	* Building Safety Wiki	+	* Building a Safer Future - Independent Review of Building Regulations and Fire Safety (Hackitt Review).
−	* Fire safety	+	* Building Regulations – Part B.
−	* Fire Safety ~~(England) Regulations 2022~~	+	* Building Safety Act 2022.
−	* Golden thread	+	* Building Safety Regulator.
−	* Grenfell Tower	+	* Building Safety Wiki.
−	* Grenfell Tower Inquiry	+	* Fire Safety Act 2021.
−	* ~~Higher Risk Buildings~~	+	* Grenfell Tower Fire.
−	* Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005	+	* Grenfell Tower Inquiry.
−	* The ~~Fire Safety Act 2021~~	+	* Regulator of Construction Products.
		+	* Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.
		+	* The Grenfell phase 2 final report recommendations for the construction industry.

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[https://www.grenfelltowerinquiry.org.uk/ Grenfell Tower Inquiry: Phase 2 report overview, report of the public inquiry into the fire at Grenfell Tower on 14 June 2017], published in September 2024, states:

'Those who design buildings, particularly higher-risk and complex buildings, would benefit from having access to a body of information, such as data from tests on products and materials, reports on serious fires and academic papers. In Chapter 112 we have referred to the Cladding Materials Library set up by the University of Queensland, which could form the basis of a valuable source of information for designers of buildings in general. We recommend that the construction regulator sponsor the development of a similar library, perhaps as part of a joint project with the University of Queensland, to provide a continuing resource for designers.'

= Related article on Designing Buildings =

* Building a Safer Future - Independent Review of Building Regulations and Fire Safety (Hackitt Review)
* Building Regulations – Part B
* Building Safety Act 2022
* Building Safety Regulator
* Building Safety Wiki
* Fire safety
* Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022
* Golden thread
* Grenfell Tower
* Grenfell Tower Inquiry
* Higher Risk Buildings
* Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
* The Fire Safety Act 2021

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