Cornerstone’s Property team selected by LGA to deliver national high-rise fire hazards training
Ranjit Bhose KC, Shomik Datta and Sarah Salmon of the Cornerstone Barristers Property Team have been asked by the Local Government Association to provide training to local authority officers across the country at four showpiece events in March 2026.
This is a vital part of those authorities’ attempts to address fire hazards arising in tall buildings following the Grenfell Tower tragedy.
The speakers will be sharing their expertise in enforcement steps under both Building Safety Act 2022 and Housing Act 2004, and wealth of experience in litigating the issues that arise from them.
About the barristers
Ranjit Bhose KC (called in 1989) is recognised by Chambers & Partners and the Legal 500 as a Leading Silk in Property, Housing and Local Government work. Legal 500 notes, “He has an ability to deal very concisely with complex issues.” He has acted in, and lectured widely on, issues relating to BSA 2022 and HA 2004. View his profile.
Shomik Datta (called in 2000): Shomik is recognised as a Leading Junior in both Property Litigation and Local Government work by the Legal 500, which notes “He has a great intellect and is able to get to the key issues very quickly.” He has specific expertise in cladding issues, and acts for many local authorities in this regard, as well as presenting widely on the topic to authorities and developers. View his profile.
Sarah Salmon (called in 2007): Sarah has a burgeoning Property practice, and has acted for a number of authorities in cladding matters. She is rated as a Leading Junior by Chambers & Partners in Housing. They say, “Sarah is one of the best barristers in housing law…”. View her profile.
