Hackney Council has awarded two £7.8M contracts to Frankham Risk Management and Airey Miller Ltd, fully funded by the government’s Cladding Safety Scheme, to undertake fire safety reviews and remediation planning for high-rise residential blocks.. heading 2 Major Investment in Fire Safety for Hackney's High Rise Buildings paragraph Hackney Council has announced the award of significant fire safety contracts totaling £15.6 million, split between Frankham Risk Management and Airey Miller Ltd. These crucial four year contracts, fully funded by the government's Cladding Safety Scheme (CSS) grants, are earmarked for fire safety reviews of high rise and mid rise blocks. This substantial investment highlights the ongoing commitment to address fire risks posed by combustible materials in cladding, insulation, balconies, and brickwork, reinforcing the central role of fire engineering in large scale remediation programs. heading 2 Meeting the 2029 Deadline and Securing Future Funding paragraph The initial £11 million deal, expanded by an additional £4.4 million, is a proactive step by Hackney to meet the critical 2029 deadline for buildings over 18m and avoid forfeiture of grants. With 97% of identified ACM clad high rise buildings nationwide having started or completed remediation by February 2026, the pace is accelerating. Fire engineering services are essential for councils and housing associations to efficiently manage these large portfolios, from conducting thorough fire risk appraisals of external walls (FRAEW) to developing comprehensive remediation strategies that secure funding and ensure timely project delivery. heading 2 Holistic Fire Safety Reviews Beyond Cladding paragraph While the focus often remains on ACM cladding, these contracts emphasise a broader scope, including other combustible materials. Hackney Council, having already removed cladding from four estates post Grenfell despite no ACM presence, demonstrates a holistic approach to fire safety. This wide ranging assessment, covering insulation, balconies, and brickwork, requires multi faceted fire engineering expertise to identify all potential risks and propose integrated, compliant solutions for complex building facades. heading 2 Partnering for Comprehensive Cladding Remediation and Compliance paragraph For local authorities and housing providers, securing and effectively deploying CSS funding is a complex undertaking. Our fire engineering firm offers the specialized knowledge and experience to support such initiatives, ensuring that every pound invested translates into verifiable enhanced fire safety. From detailed facade assessments and design advice to regulatory liaison and project management support for remediation, we help organisations navigate the complexities, ensuring their buildings are not just compliant, but genuinely safe. Need Expert Fire Safety Advice? Magnus Opifex Seven LTD provides leading fire engineering, BSR Gateway 2 support, PAS 9980 appraisals, BESS fire safety, and healthcare fire strategy services across the UK. 📞 Call: +44 7486 691724 ✉️ office@magnus opifex.co.uk Request a Free Consultation →