At this year’s UKREiiF (UK Real Estate Investment and Infrastructure Forum), Yuno’s CEO, Paul Conway, took the stage to champion one of the sector’s most critical conversations: raising the bar on fire safety in residential property. His participation aligned with UKREiiF’s broader focus on sustainable development, regulatory innovation, and future-proofing the built environment.
Paul’s Panel: “Building Safer Communities – Fire Safety & Regulatory Reform”
Joined by key stakeholders from local authorities, housing providers, and fire safety organisations, Paul spoke about the urgent need for:
- Clearer regulatory guidance for landlords and Freeholders, noting the new British Standards Fire Risk process and proof of competency
- Technology-led compliance management is required and should be focused around these standards, giving clients peace of mind that actions are related to the correct guidance documents.
- Smarter, proactive systems for identifying fire risk, integrated to existing clients systems
Paul highlighted how Yuno’s platform is helping to bridge the gap between property standards and safety outcomes, using real-time data to flag and resolve fire safety issues before they escalate.
Key Talking Points from UKREiiF
- Regulatory complexity is stalling progress: Paul emphasised how inconsistent fire safety regulations across local authorities leave landlords confused and exposed. He advocated for a unified compliance approach with digital tools.
- Tech is changing the game: In line with UKREiiF’s emphasis on innovation, Paul demonstrated how platforms like Yuno empower property professionals with smarter workflows and instant visibility over compliance risks.
- Accountability is rising: With enforcement penalties at an all-time high, Paul’s message was clear—proactive fire safety isn’t just a regulatory obligation; it’s a reputational imperative.
Why This Matters Now
Paul’s insights landed within a wider context of investment and regeneration. With billions being channelled into urban renewal and housing projects, fire safety must be embedded from the earliest design stage—not retrofitted after incidents or inspections.
Yuno continues to lead the way in making this possible at scale.
“We’re not just helping clients meet standards—we’re helping raise them.” – Paul Conway, CEO of Yuno
Looking Ahead: UKREiiF 2026
If you missed Paul’s session or want to join the conversation next year, registration for UKREiiF 2026 is now open. Don’t miss the opportunity to connect with the industry’s most forward-thinking leaders.
Register now for UKREiiF 2026
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