72 Accepted

It seems obvious that the provisions in Schedule 8 for the designation of European standards...

Conclusion
It seems obvious that the provisions in Schedule 8 for the designation of European standards are intended to cover products with European technical assessments. It is less obvious why schedule 8 refers only to “other overseas standards”. We understand why it has caused confusion in the industry, although we accept that there might be a good reason for the drafting.
Government Response Summary
The government accepts the committee's observation regarding confusion in Schedule 8's reference to 'other overseas standards' and will address this.
Paragraph Reference
207
Government Response
Accepted
HM Government Accepted
The Government welcomes the Committee’s attention to this issue and accepts its recommendation.
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