Written question asked by Samantha Niblett (Labour) on Thursday, 2 July 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 8 July 2026 (named day). It was answered by Stephen Timms (Labour) on Wednesday, 8 July 2026 on behalf of the Department for Work and Pensions.
Asbestos: Public Buildings
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, whether his Department plans to order the removal of asbestos from public (a) buildings and (b) workplaces.
- Answer
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The Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 (CAR) provide a robust regulatory system to ensure that asbestos-containing materials in non-domestic buildings are managed proactively, to prevent harm to building occupants on the basis that asbestos in good condition that is undamaged, undisturbed, properly maintained and regularly monitored can be safely left in situ.
Where asbestos cannot be managed safely in situ it must be removed. Asbestos must also be removed before any major refurbishment work or before demolition.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 15548
- Session
- 2026-27
- Transferred
- Yes
- Subjects
- Asbestos Public buildings Repairs and maintenance
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- 2026-08-13 08:37:21 +0100
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