Editor's note: This brief was summarised by The Property AI Newsroom from a report by The Negotiator. Read the original article for full details.
Nearly Half of Unsafe UK Buildings Still Await Cladding Remediation
Nearly half of UK residential buildings identified as having unsafe cladding have not yet had remediation work started or completed, according to new data reported by The Negotiator. Out of 4,411 residential buildings over 11 metres tall with unsafe cladding, work on 2,080 buildings—representing 47%—remains outstanding.
The data also shows that 1,672 buildings, or 38%, have completed remediation works. The figures highlight ongoing safety concerns for letting agents and inventory clerks managing affected properties.
Southampton leads in remediation progress, with 78% of its identified buildings having completed works as of 31 May 2026. In comparison, Hackney has completed 48% of remediation works, while Manchester stands at 45%.
A report from the House of Commons Public Accounts Committee in March last year found that residents and taxpayers continued to face uncertainty and a lack of action in resolving the cladding crisis, with some properties remaining unsaleable.
In response to ongoing concerns, a Remediation Bill was introduced in the King’s Speech last month, aiming to strengthen building safety standards following the 2017 Grenfell Tower fire.
These developments are particularly relevant for UK letting agents and inventory clerks, who may be managing properties affected by cladding issues and ongoing remediation delays.
Source: The Negotiator