Energy saving and other works carried out to three tower blocks at Thornhill
Background
British Gas Trading Limited (BGTL) carried out an energy-saving works programme at Thornhill between 2015 and 2017. These works included External Wall Insulation (EWI), new windows, solar panels on the roof and a new roof.
Issues were identified as part of the works that were being carried out in the building. This resulted in the council carrying out further investigations, which also uncovered a greater range of issues.
The council appointed independent, technical experts, to investigate these issues. These experts have and continue to inspect the issues raised at Thornhill. The issues relate to External Wall Insultation (EWI) and fire safety.
Ongoing Correspondence with British Gas Trading Limited (BGTL) about these issues SHOW
Residents safety SHOW
What is being inspected? SHOW
External Wall Insulation (EWI) inspections SHOW
Next steps SHOW
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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