Nick Rutter discusses why the Internet of Things is set to transform fire safety. In particular, he explores the role of connected technology in managing risks for disabled residents in social housing. 

Urgent action has been called for by the London Fire Commissioner after the number of apartment blocks in London deemed unsafe exceeds 1,000.

As part of its overhaul of guidance on The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, the Home Office is seeking to externally commission new guides and updates to existing guidance documents.