A legal discussion about whether to offer blanket protection from self-incrimination put the Grenfell Tower Inquiry on hold last week.
This follows the chairman of the inquiry backing a request from firms that refurbished the building that evidence they give should not be used against them in criminal prosecutions. Some firms had threatened to stay silent in the inquiry into how Grenfell was covered in flammable cladding.
The inquiry was paused while the firms’ application was considered. It has been vigorously opposed by lawyers representing a group of the bereaved, survivors and residents.
The BBC explored the latest developments in the inquiry, what this really means, and how building regulations work in England in their latest podcast.
Our construction expert, James Bessey, joined the podcast to share his knowledge of the history and development of building regulations in the UK and discussed the lack of clarity in British building regulations regarding fire safety.
You can listen to the podcast here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p082mwfc
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