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Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report

04 September 2024

Lead MP

Keir Starmer

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Ministerial Statement

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Keir Starmer raised concerns about grenfell tower inquiry phase 2 report in the House of Commons. A government minister responded. Other MPs also contributed.

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MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said:

Government Statement

Government Statement
This morning, the final report of the Grenfell Tower inquiry was published by Sir Martin Moore-Bick. The minister expressed deep sorrow for the families affected by the tragedy, acknowledging a series of failures by multiple institutions leading up to and following the fire. He highlighted systemic issues within central government over decades, including the failure to act on known risks concerning combustible cladding panels. The statement included an apology from the British state and a commitment to ensure full accountability through criminal justice processes while supporting victims' calls for justice. Keir Starmer also promised to examine all 58 recommendations in detail and committed to taking radical actions to prevent future tragedies, including speeding up the remediation of unsafe cladding and reforming the construction products industry. The minister affirmed a generational shift in housing safety and quality, aligning it with human rights standards.

Shadow Comment

Rishi Sunak
Shadow Comment
The shadow leader paid tribute to the strength of those affected by Grenfell Tower tragedy and acknowledged the comprehensive work of Sir Martin Moore-Bick's report. He expressed support for remediation efforts, praised the government’s creation of a £1 billion fund, and urged further financial consideration given the upcoming fiscal event. Sunak endorsed legislative improvements such as the Fire Safety Act 2021 and Building Safety Act 2022 but called for more regular updates to regulatory frameworks and a single regulator. He also acknowledged local failures highlighted by the report and committed to ensuring that all lessons are learned with honesty and directness, extending deepest apologies on behalf of the state.
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