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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Grenfell Annual Report

25 February 2026 · Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government

Proposed by Steve Reed Lab Co-op Streatham and Croydon North

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Key points

  • The government is laying an Annual Report and a Construction Products Reform White Paper.
  • A General Safety Requirement Consultation Document is also being presented for public review.
  • The public consultation period for the White Paper ends on May 20, 2026.

Issue summary

The statement addresses the progress made on implementing recommendations from the Grenfell Tower Inquiry's Phase 2 report and outlines ongoing reforms to improve safety standards in construction products.

Action requested

The government is laying an Annual Report, a Construction Products Reform White Paper, and a General Safety Requirement Consultation Document. The public consultation for the White Paper will run until May 20, 2026, and legislation for the Grenfell Tower Memorial Expenditure will be introduced imminently.

Key facts

  • In February 2025, the Government accepted all 58 Phase 2 recommendations of the Inquiry.
  • The Annual Report outlines progress on these recommendations and wider policy reforms.
  • A White Paper for Construction Products Reform has been laid to address regulatory gaps in the construction products sector.
  • Consultation on a General Safety Requirement (GSR) is open until May 20, 2026.
  • Legislation for the Grenfell Tower Memorial Expenditure will be introduced imminently.
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