Hackney Council has awarded £15.6 million in contracts, fully funded by CSS grants, for critical fire safety reviews and remediation in high-rise and mid-rise blocks. This highlights the vital role of the Cladding Safety Scheme for local authorities.. Major Investment in Hackney’s Building Safety Initiatives In a significant development for London's building safety efforts, Hackney Council has awarded £15.6 million in contracts—split equally between Frankham Risk Management and Airey Miller Ltd—for comprehensive fire safety reviews. These four year contracts, announced on April 25, 2026, are entirely funded by the government’s Cladding Safety Scheme (CSS) grants. The initial £11 million deal, expanded by £4.4 million in July 2025, aims to meet the ambitious 2029 deadline for remediating buildings over 18m and to avoid forfeiture of the crucial grant funding. This move by Hackney underscores the urgent need for widespread remediation and the critical role of government funding in addressing the cladding crisis. Addressing Combustible Materials Beyond ACM The scope of Hackney's contracts goes beyond just ACM cladding, targeting combustible materials in insulation, balconies, and brickwork across both high rise and mid rise blocks. By February 2026, 97% of identified ACM clad high rise buildings nationwide had either begun or completed remediation, yet many buildings still harbor other dangerous materials. Magnus Opifex Seven LTD specializes in holistic fire safety assessments, identifying all forms of combustible materials and defects that pose a risk. Our fire engineering solutions ensure comprehensive remediation plans that extend beyond initial cladding issues, safeguarding residents against a full spectrum of fire hazards. The Imperative of Meeting Remediation Deadlines The 2029 deadline for remediation of buildings over 11m, coupled with severe penalties for non compliance, places immense pressure on local authorities and building owners. Hackney Council's proactive approach, funded by CSS, provides a blueprint for other councils needing to accelerate their remediation programs. For property owners and developers, engaging expert fire engineers early in the process is essential to design efficient and compliant remediation schemes. Magnus Opifex Seven LTD offers end to end support for cladding remediation projects, from initial surveys and EWS1 assessments to full design and project management, ensuring deadlines are met and grants are maximized. Partnering for Comprehensive Fire Safety Solutions The scale of Hackney's investment reflects the ongoing national challenge in addressing building safety defects. With tailored services ranging from detailed fire risk assessments to the implementation of remedial works, Magnus Opifex Seven LTD is uniquely positioned to assist local authorities, housing associations, and private landlords. Our expertise in navigating complex funding mechanisms like the CSS, coupled with robust fire engineering design, ensures that your remediation projects are technically sound, financially viable, and fully compliant with all regulatory requirements. Partner with us to protect your assets and fulfill your duty of care to residents. 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 →