Government outlines a package of reforms to create ‘a more responsible building industry’

Housing minister Robert Jenrick promises an extension of planning permission deadlines, speedier planning appeals, and relaxed restrictions on construction site working hours;

Robert Jenrick's Housing Ministry says it is "committed to delivering the biggest change in building safety for a generation"; threatens to name-and-shame non-compliant building owners.

The DHCLG is looking for industry feedback on a proposed new building safety regulatory regime, which implements Dame Judith Hackitt's post-Grenfell recommendations