Government consults on building standards and fire safety regulation

Among other proposals, the review considers introducing a requirement to have active fire suppression systems installed for future conversions of historic buildings to be used as hotel accommodation.

It also considers the special risks which existing hotels and similar premises may pose through the presence of hidden cavities or voids, varying standards of workmanship, age and the variance from current standards and if revising the guidance provided by the Scottish Government and others is needed.

The consultation is presented in the context of the recommendations made to the Scottish Government after the publication of a fatal accident inquiry report looking into the deaths of Simon Midgley and Richard Dyson following a building fire at Cameron House Hotel on 18 December 2017.

Comments have been invited from those operating in the hotel, infrastructure and fire safety industries. Respondents have until 7 March 2025 to have their say on the proposed changes.

To take part in the consultation visit the Scottish Government’s website.