UK's Crumbling Concrete Crisis: Decades-Old RAAC Poses Safety Risks for Schools and Hospitals

RAAC is a type of concrete used from the 1950s-1980s that is now crumbling in many UK buildings like schools and hospitals.
RAAC has a lifespan of only about 30 years and is prone to collapse when wet, raising safety concerns.
Researchers raised concerns about RAAC's durability as early as the 1980s, but widespread action wasn't taken until recently.
Over 150 UK schools have been forced to close due to the presence of RAAC, prompting outrage over the government's slow response.
The government has pledged to rebuild 7 hospitals with RAAC and provide funding for schools to assess risks, but many say more action is still needed.

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