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    When disasters drive change: why inclusive evacuation can no longer be an afterthought

    When disasters strike, they expose more than immediate failures – they reveal the gaps in how we protect people. In the UK, some of the most significant advances in public safety have followed tragedy, forcing a re-evaluation of how buildings are designed, managed and evacuated. Yet as expectations evolve and legislation tightens, a critical question remains: are we truly prepared to ensure everyone can evacuate safely in an emergency?

    By Evac+Chair International on 19 May 2026