Written Question·Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government·UIN 102611

Public Buildings: Construction

Tabled: 2 January 2026

Answered: 9 January 2026

Question

James McMurdock

Independent — South Basildon and East Thurrock

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what steps he is taking to ensure that private developers of buildings used by the public meet the same accessibility standards as public bodies.

Answer

Samantha Dixon

The Building Regulations and the statutory guidance accompanying them (Approved Documents) apply to all new building work, or where existing buildings are undergoing a material redesign or refurbishment, and are intended to protect people’s safety, health...

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