Urgent Call for Cladding Remediation as Costs and Delays Mount

The National Audit Office warns that fixing dangerous cladding on high-rise buildings could extend to 2037, with costs potentially exceeding £16 billion.

The National Audit Office (NAO) highlights that up to 12,000 buildings in England still require dangerous cladding removal, with only half of identified buildings having started or completed remediation.
The estimated cost for remediation ranges from £12.6 billion to £22.4 billion, with taxpayers' contributions capped at £5.1 billion.
The Building Safety Levy, designed to recoup funds from developers, is delayed until 2025, raising concerns about funding gaps and potential taxpayer burden.
Residents face significant financial and emotional distress, including increased insurance premiums and the inability to sell their homes due to ongoing safety risks.
The government has committed £1 billion for cladding removal next year, but the pace of remediation remains a critical concern, with a target completion date potentially extending to 2037.