English regulator says RAAC “not widespread in social homes”
A ministerial statement on RAAC is expected in the Scottish Parliament later today.
The Regulator of Social Housing (RSH) in England has said that Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC) is not likely to be widespread in social homes, according to Housing Today.
“We’re currently engaging with relevant experts and sector stakeholders, and our initial conversations with them suggest that they believe RAAC is not widespread in social housing,” a spokesperson for the RSH told Housing Today.
Concerns had been raised after some schools in England were closed, following the identification of RAAC in their structures. RAAC is known to decay over time and has been flagged as a safety risk.
SFHA is engaging with members, the Scottish Housing Regulator and government to understand the extent of the issue in Scotland, and is participating in a Scottish Government working group on the matter. So far, there are no indications of its widespread use in social housing, although SFHA members continue to carry out reviews of their stock and will take action if required.
Scottish Government advises that RSLs should follow the guidance issued by the Institute of Structural Engineers on RAAC. A ministerial statement on RAAC is expected in the Scottish Parliament later today.