Response to Grenfell Tower Public Inquiry: Phase 2 Report

The Publication of the Grenfell Tower Public Inquiry: Phase 2 Report has been long awaited and marks an important milestone in coming to terms with the causes of the tragic event of 14 June 2017. CABE acknowledges all who have suffered, and we extend our sympathies to everyone affected.
 
It is the culmination of a process which has exposed widespread systemic failings in the construction industry, emergency services, housing services and the government as well as in product testing, manufacture and certification.
 
The concluding report has made significant recommendations. It is vital that the necessary lessons are learned and that everybody, and every organisation, commits to a culture where safety and compliance is paramount.
 
The Association is now reviewing the full report and its recommendations, giving careful consideration to next steps. As an industry, and as a society, we are beholden to act in response to those findings and the Grenfell Tower Inquiry’s Phase 2 report must be required reading for every Building Engineer and construction professional.
 
As a Professional Body, CABE is committed to working collaboratively with residents, our Members, other professional and industry bodies, regulators and the Government to continue to further reform our sector. We have already taken important steps to support improved competence and capability but fully recognise that there is much more to do before we can expect trust in our industry to be restored.
 
CABE is dedicated to continuing the reform journey for as long as it takes to ensure that buildings are safe for everyone now and in the future
 
On behalf of Chartered Association of Building Engineers
 
A summary and the full report is accessible on the Grenfell Inquiry’s website.