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Written question asked by Steve Reed (Labour) on Tuesday, 12 February 2019, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 18 February 2019 (named day). It was answered by Kit Malthouse (Conservative) on Monday, 18 February 2019 on behalf of the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.


Buildings: Insulation

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, pursuant the Answer of 11 February 2019 to Question 217591 on Buildings: Insulation, if his Department will be carry out testing of the 134 samples of Expanded Polystyrene held by the Building Research Establishment.

Answer

I refer the Hon Member to the answer I gave to him on 4 February 2019 UIN214563. The focus currently is on testing non Aluminium Composite Material external cladding panels found on buildings. The findings will help determine, in consultation with the expert panel, any further action we should take. This could include further testing and advice to building owners.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
220246
Session
2017-19
Related items
Buildings: Insulation
Monday, 11 February 2019
Written questions
House of Commons
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Buildings Fire prevention Insulation Research Testing Composite materials
Link
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