§ Mr. FrenchTo ask the Secretary of State for Education what requirements are placed on school governors to ensure regular(a) structural surveys on school buildings and (b) fire safety inspections; and if she will make a statement on whether these responsibilities are being fulfilled. [31527]
§ Mr. Robin SquireThe Education (School Premises) Regulations 1981 lay down specific requirements governing load-bearing structure, weather protection, health and safety and fire protection.
The Education Act 1944 places a statutory duty on local education authorities and the governors of grant-maintained schools to satisfy themselves that their school buildings comply with the standards set out in the regulations.