Fire Industry Association

15/06/2026

During Carers Week, London Fire Brigade highlighted the importance of fire safety for people living with dementia and the carers who support them.

With more than a third of London dwelling fire fatalities receiving some form of care, simple measures such as testing smoke alarms, creating an escape plan and reducing common household fire risks can make a significant difference.

Read more about the Brigade’s work with dementia support groups and key fire safety advice for carers and families: https://bit.ly/4vbyty9

London Fire Brigade (LFB) used Carers Week (8–14 June) to raise awareness of fire safety risks affecting people living with dementia and the carers who support them.

12/06/2026

Scotland's new regulations requiring sprinklers in historic hotel conversions have reignited debate over whether similar protections should apply across the wider hospitality sector.

With more than 400 hotel fires recorded annually across Great Britain, fire safety professionals are questioning why mandatory sprinkler requirements remain limited to certain hotel types despite evidence highlighting risks across the sector.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4fHktal

The introduction of mandatory sprinkler systems in historic hotel conversions across Scotland has sparked renewed debate over whether similar fire safety requirements should be extended across the wider hospitality sector.

11/06/2026

Hong Kong authorities have filed the first charges over the deadly Wang F*k Court fire that killed 168 people last November.

Two companies and seven individuals face charges including manslaughter, fraud and corruption-related offences. Investigators found multiple fire safety failures, including disabled alarms and the use of flammable materials during renovation works.

Read the article here: https://bit.ly/4gdImXe

Hong Kong authorities have filed their first charges in connection with the deadly Wang F*k Court housing complex fire that killed 168 people last November, the city's worst blaze in more than 70 years.

10/06/2026

FIA Announces Support for the UK Pavilion at The Fire Safety Event Australia 2026.

The Fire Industry Association is proud to support the UK Pavilion at The Fire Safety Event Australia and The Security Event Australia, taking place 25-26 November 2026 at MCEC, Melbourne.

Together with British Security Industry Association (BSIA), FIA is supporting a UK Pavilion that will showcase the very best of UK fire safety and security innovation, highlighting the growing integration of life safety and security systems across the built environment.

💡 With the event co-located alongside Melbourne’s leading construction, security, and installer shows, exhibitors gain access to a far broader, cross-sector audience than a standalone event.

As one of the world’s leading exporters of fire safety solutions, this is a powerful opportunity to position your brand on the global stage.

👉 Join the UK Pavilion:
https://www.firesafetyeventaustralia.com/book-stand

10/06/2026

A year has passed since the introduction of the disposable v**e ban and significant numbers of v**es continue to be incorrectly disposed of.

Vapes that are incorrectly discarded poses a serious fire risk and these findings underline the importance of raising awareness of these dangers. The findings also raise awareness of the need for improved infrastructure, stronger compliance and greater support for safe waste management practices.

Click here to find out more and hear the thoughts from the industry.
https://bit.ly/4ef1EsG

One year after the introduction of the disposable v**e ban, significant numbers of v**es continue to be incorrectly discarded in household waste and recycling streams, maintaining concerns about the fire risks associated with lithium-ion batteries.

09/06/2026

London Fire Brigade issue guidance reminding people to take care when cooking following a fire at a block of flats on Streatham High Road.

Click here to https://bit.ly/4eelnsC find out about the fire and how you can avoid fires starting when cooking.

09/06/2026

Gateshead Council have successfully issued financial penalties to a local landlord of more than £42,000.

Following an investigation which identified several issues such as an inadequate fire alarm system, defective fire doors and others

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Gateshead landlord Jetsun Ltd has been fined more than £42,000 after operating an unsafe and unlicensed House in Multiple Occupation (HMO).

08/06/2026

The Construction Leadership Council (CLC) publishes two new guidance notes covering the Fire and Emergency File and the Building Regulations Compliance Statement for Building Control approval applications relating to high rise buildings.

Find out more https://bit.ly/4dTXTdo

The Construction Leadership Council (CLC) has published two new guidance notes covering the Fire and Emergency File and the Building Regulations Compliance Statement for Building Control approval applications relating to new Higher-Risk Buildings (HRBs).

08/06/2026

New update on Gateway 2 approvals released by BSR

Over the few months, strong progress has been made with approval rates rising to 75%. This progress has been supported by new processes and improvements to current processes.

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The Building Safety Regulator (BSR) has reported an increase in Gateway 2 approval rates across all application categories, including remediation and existing building safety projects. The latest update follows the introduction of the BSR’s External Remediation Improvement Plan in April, which aim...

05/06/2026

New certification launched by BM TRADA with the aim to help timber door set and door assembly manufacturers transition to upcoming regulatory changes.

The new Q-Mark Fire Door processing scheme is replacing the BS 476 scheme and will affect how fire resisting and smoke control door sets are evidenced and classified.

Click https://bit.ly/4g1dKrN to hear the thoughts of industry experts and find out more about the upcoming changes.

BM TRADA has launched a new certification scheme designed to help timber door set and door assembly manufacturers transition to European (EN) classification requirements ahead of forthcoming regulatory changes.