Can works to replace unsafe cladding continue amidst the Covid-19 lockdown?

It goes without saying that the Covid-19 lockdown has affected all corners of the UK, but since the lockdown was first announced , there have undoubtedly been some grey areas; with construction sites being a big one.

On 16 April 2020 the Government offered some clarity in respect of the position for the replacement of unsafe cladding on high-rise buildings, and expressly confirmed that these are essential safety works that can continue.  

This will be welcome news to residents living in high-rise buildings with unsafe cladding requiring urgent attention, especially given the ramifications of the Grenfell Tower tragedy in 2017.