What is the New Law on Fire Doors in the UK

The Fire Safety (Residential Evacuation Plans) (England) Regulations effective 6 April 2026 link evacuation statements to fire door accessibility, building on 2022 regulations and Approved Document B updates. Approved Document B amendments from 30 September 2026 require second st.... What is the New Law on Fire Doors in the UK The Fire Safety (Residential Evacuation Plans) (England) Regulations effective 6 April 2026 link evacuation statements to fire door accessibility, building on 2022 regulations and Approved Document B updates. Approved Document B amendments from 30 September 2026 require second staircase doors in 18m+ buildings. Quarterly communal and annual flat entrance door checks are mandatory for buildings over 11m. Why This Matters This development reflects ongoing change in the UK fire safety and building safety landscape. Magnus Opifex Seven LTD tracks regulatory and market shifts daily so our clients stay ahead of compliance under the Building Safety Act 2022, the Fire Safety Order, and BSR Gateway processes. How Magnus Opifex Seven Can Help Our team delivers fire strategies, PAS 9980 appraisals, BSR Gateway 2 submissions, fire risk assessments and expert witness services tailored to the latest regulatory context. Source Aluminium Fire Systems — Read original 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