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New Regulations give flexibility on Gas Safety Certificates
Posted on 02/02/2018 by Sulgrave Estates
Agents and landlords with responsibilities to ensure gas checks are carried out may have more flexibility over timings in the future. Subject to being approved by Parliament, the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) (Amendment) Regulations 2018 will come into force on 6th April 2018.
Annual gas safety checks will be able to be carried out up to two months before the due date and the existing expiry date can be retained. The Health & Safety Executive says this avoids agents and landlords waiting until the last minute and having problems gaining access. The current legislation will apply up to and including 5th April this year and the more flexible approach beings after that date.