Reconsider Phase 1 recommendations in light of Phase 2

Recommendation 57 is now complete as the outstanding element of recommendation 60 (33.22.E) has been given consideration and has clear next steps for delivery.

Recommendation 60 remains open as one element of Residential PEEPs policy needs to be enacted through primary legislation – this is the aspect of the person-centred fire risk assessment which requires responsible persons to consider fire safety risks and implement mitigating measures within a resident’s flat. This will be mandated through primary legislation when Parliamentary time allows.

Recommendation 57 is now complete and has been fully discharged.

The government addressed Phase 1 recommendations 33.22.C, 33.22.E and 33.22.F in the response to the Emergency Evacuation Information Sharing Plus (EEIS+) consultation published on 2 December 2024.

In relation to Phase 1 recommendations, for recommendation 33.22.D, statutory guidance was updated for Evacuation Alert Systems in all new blocks of flats over 18 metres. In the broader fire and building safety environment there have been notable improvements including training for fire and rescue services regarding evacuations in serious emergencies.

Residential Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (Residential PEEPs) are different from the Phase 1 Inquiry recommendation but has the same aim to improve fire safety and evacuation of vulnerable residents.

The Fire Safety (Residential Evacuation Plans) (England) Regulations 2025 were laid on 4 July 2025. These regulations mandate Residential PEEPs in high-rise and higher-risk residential buildings. One further element of this work will be delivered through primary legislation. This work closed recommendations 59 and 61.

Recommendation 60 will be complete when primary legislation is passed which will extend mandatory person-centred fire risk assessments into residents’ flat to add the final element of the Residential PEEPs policy.