56 Accepted

We agree that the lack of clarity in the Bill around the respective responsibilities, and...

Conclusion
We agree that the lack of clarity in the Bill around the respective responsibilities, and therefore liabilities, of the accountable person and building safety manager could cause confusion and concern, especially where non-compliance could result in criminal sanction. (Paragraph 171) Pre-legislative scrutiny of the Building Safety Bill 65
Government Response Summary
The government agrees with the Committee's concern regarding clarity and states that statutory guidance will be published to outline the respective responsibilities of Accountable Persons and Building Safety Managers.
Government Response
Accepted
HM Government Accepted
The Government agrees with the Committee that there should be clarity around the respective responsibilities, and therefore liabilities, of the Accountable Person and Building Safety Manager. The Government agrees that statutory guidance should outline the respective responsibilities of Accountable Persons and Building Safety Managers.
Source
Committee Housing, Communities and Local Government Committee
Inquiry Pre-legislative scrutiny of the Building Safety Bill
Report Fifth report: Pre-legislative scrutiny of the Building Safety Bill 24 Nov 2020 HC 466
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Addressee Bodies
Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government
Timeline
Recommendation age 5.7 yrs
Report published 24 Nov 2020