BBC NEWS REPORT: Sprinklers in new homes proposal
The Welsh Affairs Committee said the assembly should be given powers to require builders to install sprinklers. It followed a request for the legislative competence order (LCO) from Vale of Clwyd AM, Ann Jones.
The move now opens the way for a draft order to be introduced in parliament, which is expected in the new year.
If approved, the powers would be devolved to the assembly, and new legislation could be drawn up over fire sprinklers by politicians in Cardiff Bay.
“This is the best Christmas present I could wish for,” said Ms Jones.
Ann Jones said the proposal was a way of making Wales safer through devolved powers
“I’m delighted that the Welsh Affairs Select Committee have overwhelmingly backed my proposals to see sprinklers installed in all new homes built in Wales.
“Hopefully, there will be Privy Council approval for the LCO early in the new year which will enable the assembly government to determine the law.”
North Wales’ Chief Fire Officer, Simon Smith, who is also chairs the Chief Fire Officer’s Association in Wales applauded the decision…………………………….
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