More tests are being carried out on some buildings 'to be certain'
Universities in Greater Manchester have found no evidence that dangerous concrete was used to build their campuses – but some are still investigating. Bolton and Salford universities have said their records do not suggest that any of their buildings contain reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete .
Local authorities are now investigating whether other publicly-owned buildings - such as leisure centres, market halls and libraries - contain the lightweight material which was used between the 1950s and mid-1990s, primarily in buildings that have a large, unsupported roof. Manchester Metropolitan University has confirmed there is no RAAC on its campus, saying that the majority of its estate has been built in the last five to 10 years.
"However, we wish to be certain about this and are undertaking further tests on buildings constructed within the relevant time frame. There is no impact on colleagues and students from this work and all activity continues as normal on our campus."
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