HC Deb 03 November 1976 vol 918 c605W
57. Sir J. Eden

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment what control he is exercising over the number of changes that are being made in the new building regulations and the extent to which each time a change is made the price goes up.

Mr. Freeson

Amendments to the building regulations are generally made only when considerations of health or safety demand. This is usually the result of changes in technology or because new problems have arisen. The effect on building costs varies, but in framing amendments we always seek the most economical solution, and before they are formally made we consult trade associations, professional institutions and all other bodies interested.