The search is on to find seven new members of the Building Regulations Advisory Committee (BRAC) to advise government on changes to Building Regulations.
The role of the committee members has taken on even more significance since the Grenfell Tower fire after Dame Judith Hackitt’s independent review of Building Regulations and fire safety made recommendations concerning future governance.
The appointments will overlap the Ministry for Housing Communities and Local Government’s (MHCLG) implementation of Hackitt’s recommendations and new members of the committee will be required to have experience of organisational change management as well as technical expertise.
Founded in 1962, BRAC advises ministers on their powers to make Building Regulations in England. The secretary of state has a statutory obligation to consult BRAC before making new regulations.
The non-departmental public body’s views are normally sought on all relevant policy and technical matters relating to Building Regulations and it acts as a sounding board for matters affecting the construction industry.
Eddie Tuttle, director of policy, research and public affairs at the CIOB, said: “The Building Regulations Advisory Committee has a crucial role in advising the government on making Building Regulations and setting standards for the design and construction of buildings. Ensuring the safety of the public in the occupancy and use of buildings will require further expertise to ensure standards are not only achieved but continue to improve, particularly following the recommendations in the Hackitt review.
“We encourage CIOB members with expertise in Building Regulations and standards to apply to join the committee. This enables us to have a voice in shaping the regulatory framework of our industry and ensure our membership can be at the forefront of changes.”
Applications for the non-salaried positions opened last week and are set to close on 19 March before appointments are announced in June this year.
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