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BSR is the Building Control Authority in England for
higher-risk buildings.

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Residents information

Everyone should be safe and feel safe in their own homes. If you’re a resident and want to understand your rights you can find more information here.

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Building Assessment Certificates

A guide for Accountable Persons (APs) and Principal Accountable Persons (PAPs), including Resident Management Companies (RMCs), Right to Manage scheme and Commonhold properties of high-rise buildings in England who are making applications for a Building Assessment Certificate (BAC).

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Understanding the golden thread

The purpose of the ‘golden thread’ is to have the right information in order to understand the building and the steps needed to keep both the building and the people living in it safe.

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Roles and responsibilities

The Building Safety Act 2022 (BSA) identifies new roles and responsibilities for people and organisations who are responsible for the safety of occupied high-rise residential buildings in England.

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Resources

On this page you can find useful, shareable content designed to bring to life important detail and information about the new building safety regime.

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News page

Get the latest news about building safety and the Building Safety Regulator.

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