10: Why do Scotland's historic buildings keep catching fire?

2.30pm – 3.30pm GMT, 10 November 2026 ‐ 1 hour

Room: Hermitage-Iona Suite

Session

Sedgwick are the principal adjuster on the Edinburgh and Glasgow City Centre fires that devastated many shops and livelihoods, of which some were authority owned. We will be looking at themes and trends of these high-profile fires, along with the claims challenges that ensued such as the spread of the fires, under-insurance, denial of access, listed buildings and buildings regulations and controls.