The Sunday Post (Newcastle)

Preventati­ve measure plan

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THE Scottish Government has vowed to close the safety loophole between the rich and poor.

Last week we revealed a two-tier legal system existed in the way authoritie­s treated fire safety across the country.

While private landlords face a barrage of safety checks, local councils and housing associatio­ns are not even required to provide smoke alarms.

But the Scottish Government say they are determined to provide a level playing field for private and social landlords.

A spokespers­on said: “Work to develop a common standard of housing quality is under way and we plan to consult on a minimum standard for fire and smoke detectors this year.

“Our ministeria­l working group will examine other preventati­ve measures we can take.”

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