New Building Safety Regulator boss steps down

The new Chief Inspector of Buildings appointed to lead the biggest change in building safety for a generation has retired.
Former HSE director of construction, Peter Baker was picked two years ago to lead the new Building Safety Regulator set up in the wake of the Grenfell disaster.
His decision to retire before the new body, which lies within the Health and Safety Executive, is formally launched next year was a surprise to many involved in consultations.
One told the Enquirer: “I think ma