Grenfell - a message from the FBU

The Grenfell Tower fire must be a turning point in fire safety across the UK.

We welcome the recommendations from the Grenfell Inquiry, but they must be implemented quickly and efficiently. This can’t wait until after the second phase of the inquiry is completed. As we saw with the fire at student accommodation in Bolton on 15 November, we need a complete overhaul of UK fire safety – and we need it now.

That’s why we’ve called for a forum to drive through these sweeping changes to UK fire safety. We’ve written to all relevant parties – including tenants, government, and fire safety and housing specialists – asking them to work together to ensure that the recommendations aren’t swept under the carpet.

Lessons must be learnt, and we won’t stop fighting until our communities are safe.

In solidarity,

Fire Brigades Union