FOI request - Emergency lighting violations data
Case reference FOI2025/00403
Received 22 April 2025
Published 29 May 2025
Request
I’m writing to request data under the Freedom of Information Act regarding the enforcement of emergency lighting regulations across UK organisations for the last 3 years between the period of April 2022 to March 2025? Specifically, I would like to request the following information:
1. The number of public sector organisations and private businesses found to be in violation of emergency lighting requirements, under the Building Regulations and the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. Please provide details of the nature of the violations.
2. The number of statutory notices, fines, or prosecutions issued for non-compliance with emergency lighting regulations, with details of: o Whether the entity was a public sector organisation or private business. o The industry sector (e.g., healthcare, hospitality, education, retail) of the organisation.
3. The monetary value of fine issued for emergency lighting-related breaches for each organisation or business. Please see the example table below which may assist you in providing the data I am looking for: Name of Fire Authority Year Entity Type (Public/Private) Organisation/Business location (no exact address required) Industry Sector Type of Violation Statutory Notice Issued (Y/N) Fine Issued (Y/N) Prosecution (Y/N) Fine Amount (£) Notes XX 2022-2023 Private XX Retail Failed to install emergency lighting in escape route Y Y N £1,200
Response
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