“I’ve spent three years fighting for the right to escape from a burning building” – What’s next for PEEPs?
May 26, 2023
At this year’s FIREX, attendees heard what PEEPs bad practice and good practice looks like in reality - and where next for the debate? Read More
‘The fire service must enforce existing law’: Elspeth Grant on Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans
May 10, 2023
‘Fire Safety Order already says that everyone must be able to evacuate the building’ says PEEPs expert, Elspeth Grant. Read More
Gove says government should “look again” at position on PEEPs
November 16, 2022
Michael Gove has suggested the Government should look again at the issue of personal emergency evacuation plans (PEEPs) for disabled people. Read More
Evacuation of disabled people – What are the existing legal liabilities responsible persons and fire safety professionals must consider?
July 28, 2022
Elspeth Grant outlines the legal liabilities associated with the evacuation planning of disabled people that professionals should consider. Read More
Lack of government commitment to PEEPs in high rise residential blocks is a ‘kick in the teeth’ for disabled people
July 5, 2022
Speaking during the Tall Buildings Conference at FIREX 2022 in May, Elpseth Grant underlined her view on the importance of PEEPs. Read More
Campaigners launch petition to implement Grenfell inquiry recommendations for PEEPs
June 9, 2022
Campaigners have launched a petition calling on the Government to implement the Grenfell inquiry recommendation on PEEPs. Read More
Government omits requirement for Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans in latest consultation response
May 26, 2022
Following a Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans consultation, the Government has opted against mandating PEEPs. Read More
“Fire safety for disabled residents is not a minority issue” – Using technology to manage fire safety risks in social housing
October 14, 2021
Exploring how and why the Internet of Things is set to transform fire safety in the social housing sector. Read More