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Reform UKs new housing spokesman, Simon Dudley, faces backlash for his comments on the Grenfell Tower fire, which he described as a tragedy but also noted that everyone dies eventually. Dudley argues that post-fire safety rules have gone too far, hindering housebuilding. Politicians, including Housing Secretary Steve Reed and Green Party MP Sian Berry, have criticized Dudleys remarks, accusing him of showing no empathy for Grenfell victims. Reform UK defends Dudley, stating that his comments are a call for balancing safety with avoiding excessive regulation that could delay new builds. This controversy underscores the challenge of addressing the housing crisis while learning from Grenfells lessons, as pressure mounts on Reform UK ahead of their planned review.
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