UK cladding crisis

Dozens of people were forced to leave their homes suddenly after fire risks were identified.

Sixty people, including eight children, had to leave the flats in Worcester more than a week ago.

One Barbourne Works resident says she was told she had to evacuate in half an hour by law.

People living in a tower block were evacuated from their homes in 2023 due to flood damage.

Barbourne Works in Worcester was evacuated without warning last week after a fire inspection.

Royal Artillery Quays residents say investigations identify defects that pose a serious fire risk.

People may be away from home for months as dangerous cladding is dealt with at an apartment block.

New estimates suggest up to 1,450 residential buildings may need remediation work, including about 250 high-rises.