Hundreds of high-rise tower blocks around the UK have inadequate fire protection, experts believe, risking a potential repeat of the fatal blaze in Camberwell, south London, July 2009, in which six people died. A combination of neglect, poor maintenance and a confused regulatory framework has left some buildings lacking even basic protection, such as functioning fire doors to seal off emergency staircases. Local authorities could face a massive bill to make their blocks safe...more