UK Government Launches Investigation into Firms Implicated in Grenfell Tower Fire

Seven companies accused of systemic dishonesty and misconduct face potential bans from public contracts under new procurement laws.

Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner announced an investigation into seven companies linked to the Grenfell Tower fire, which claimed 72 lives in 2017.
The firms, including Arconic, Kingspan, and Celotex, have been accused of misrepresenting fire safety data and prioritizing profit over safety.
The investigations will utilize new powers under the Procurement Act 2023, potentially leading to bans on these companies from public contracts.
The government has accepted all 58 recommendations from the Grenfell Tower Inquiry, with some requiring further consultation and phased implementation through 2028.
The remains of Grenfell Tower are set to be demolished over the next two years, while police and prosecutors aim to conclude their criminal investigations by late 2026.