Total 9 Posts
Concrete crisis: Officials thought asbestos in schools was safe too – the same mistakes have been made over Raac
4 min read
Raac and asbestos in schools show that ‘official’ declarations of safety are not acceptable to families.
RAAC: The list of schools at risk in England
1 min read
In England, a significant number of schools are currently dealing with structural issues caused by the use of reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC). The government has already updated the list of affected schools as investigations continue.
The Government and the contaminated chicken: When safety takes a back seat
6 min read
A troubling series of events surrounding contaminated chicken, the lapse in food safety regulation, the Government’s lack of timely action and poor communication, and the continuing public health threat that is far from over.
School concrete crisis: How RAAC has been used well beyond its expiry date
5 min read
Modern building materials are often designed with a limited design life. Exceeding that limit – and not properly maintaining the structures – is risky.
Concrete in schools: How missing data and poor funding contributed to today’s closures
5 min read
UK schools are contending with a financial crisis, yet the governmental revenue funds are inadequate despite the urgent need for capital for essential repairs in schools. The lack of data on the condition of school buildings adds complexity to planning procedures.
NHS hospitals on high alert: Prepare for possible evacuation if structural integrity is compromised
7 min read
NHS England has issued directives to hospitals, advising them to remain prepared for potential evacuations should their structures become compromised because of Raac.
School repair crisis: Rishi Sunak under fire
6 min read
The UK Government faces scrutiny for reducing funding for school repairs, sparking an outcry from former officials and public figures. As students return to classrooms, or makeshift settings due to unsafe buildings, Downing Street and Rishi Sunak have questions to answer.