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Question 1

1. Do you think this legislation will deliver quick and cost effective remediation of potentially flammable cladding systems found on some modern blocks of flats in Scotland?

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It’s ridiculous that it’s taking so long. Life’s are at risk. We don’t another glenfeld tragedy.

2. What, if any, amendments could be made to the Bill that would further speed the delivery of cladding remediation?

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This should have addressed urgently

Question 2

1. Do you think the Register will resolve the challenges around re-mortgaging, buying, selling, and insuring properties with potentially unsafe cladding?

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Hopefully

2. Are there any other measures necessary to respond to these challenges?

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Question 3

1. Experience shows that it can prove difficult to secure consent for cladding remediation work from all owners within a block of flats. Do the provisions in the Bill adequately address this issue? If not, what changes need to be made?

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2. Are the appeal mechanisms and timescales for those appeals sufficient?

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Question 4

1. Do you think this scheme will expedite the process of remediating buildings with potentially unsafe cladding?

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2. Do you think it is proportionate to prohibit developers who fail to comply with the schemes terms from carrying out major developments and gaining building control sign-off in Scotland?

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3. Much of the detail of the scheme is left to secondary legislation. Should more of the detail be on the face of the Bill?

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Question 5

1. Is there a need to make provision for non-residential buildings with potentially unsafe cladding?

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