Fire safety isn’t new. Non-combustible materials for use in all areas of building construction have been available for decades, alongside clear guidance on cavity barriers, insulation requirements, and the suitability of external wall panels for High-Rise Buildings (HRBs).

So why did it take a tragedy in 2017, claiming 72 lives, for the industry to truly focus on these critical issues? Real change should have been driven by the industry years ago. The facts, test data, and regulations have long been available. Yet only now is the industry truly responding.

Why should accountability rest solely with the Government, while many in the industry sit back, proudly passing judgement in hindsight, blaming others using information that has always existed? The truth is that action was finally taken because it was forced upon us.

Look at any LinkedIn post or website of a cladding or construction company today, and you’ll see this newfound commitment to fire safety. Many now claim to be experts, sharing facts they’ve ignored for years – until compelled to do otherwise.

With over 10,000 tower blocks requiring remedial work due to unsafe cladding, and thousands more high-risk buildings such as hospitals, hotels, and student accommodation, the level of hypocrisy in the industry is staggering. Where were these so-called 'experts' when decisions were made during the construction of these unsafe buildings?

At Inline, we are proud of our team. Inline Group is built on a foundation of employing only qualified, experienced professionals who are dedicated to quality and expert in both new-build and refurbishment projects.

With hundreds of years of combined experience, all focused on delivering the highest possible standards, you can trust that your building envelope requirements are in the safest hands with Inline.