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We think that the duty on the accountable person to take all reasonable steps to...
Conclusion
We think that the duty on the accountable person to take all reasonable steps to prevent a major incident lacks clarity and that without statutory guidance, especially on the meaning of “all reasonable steps”, the provisions will likely be a source of uncertainty and concern for those assuming the role of accountable person. We are also persuaded that the definition of “major incident” sets too high a threshold. (Paragraph 148) 64 Pre-legislative scrutiny of the Building Safety Bill
Government Response
Acknowledged
Government Response
Acknowledged
HM Government
Acknowledged
The Government acknowledges the Committee’s concerns that the duty on the Accountable Person to take all reasonable steps to prevent a major incident lacks clarity and that without statutory guidance, especially on the meaning of “all reasonable steps”, the provisions will likely be a source of uncertainty and concern for those assuming the role of Accountable Person. The Government also acknowledges the Committee’s concerns that the definition of “major incident” sets too high a threshold.
Source
Report
Fifth report: Pre-legislative scrutiny of the Building Safety Bill
24 Nov 2020
HC 466
Addressee Bodies
Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government
Timeline
Recommendation age
5.5 yrs
Report published
24 Nov 2020