The Grenfell inquiry is an 18-month process, we must not rush to judgment

By Elizabeth Hopkirk2020-03-11T06:00:00

Lots more evidence still to come, says Elizabeth Hopkirk

You could be forgiven for thinking that architecture was on trial at the Grenfell inquiry after a run of pretty awkward headlines over the past two weeks Coverage so far has not cast the architects in a great light, with stories such as: “We wouldn’t have won Grenfell refurb in competitive process” and “Architect had not read key fire safety guidance”.

Architects with no connection to the tragedy tell me they are getting a hard time from friends who previously showed little interest in their work, asking if it is normal for the profession to be so unaware. It is certainly not the sector’s finest hour and it is right that tough questions are asked, but it is also important not to jump to hasty conclusions.

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