Clause 4 - Extension of duty to other persons with public responsibilities

Part of Public Office (Accountability) Bill – in a Public Bill Committee at 11:00 am on 2 December 2025.

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Photo of Ian Byrne Ian Byrne Labour, Liverpool West Derby 11:00, 2 December 2025

That is a hugely important Intervention. In Grenfell, many subcontractors did not fall under the scope. It is a real concern that we need to look at before Report to make sure that subcontractors are in scope. This is all about a change of culture. We need a change of culture within the building industry.

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