The growing number of migrant workers being house in sub-standard accommodation is increasing the risk of a serious fatal fire, a chief fire officer has warned. Peter Holland, chief officer for Lancashire Fire and Rescue, said that brigades across the UK have reported fires in packed houses of multiple occupation, often used to house migrant workers. He warned private sector landlords that they need to be aware of their legal obligations. "I'm seriously concerned that somewhere in the UK we're going to have a multiple fire death in a house of multiple occupation," he told BBC News. "Though many HMOs are well run and incorporate proper fire precautions, such as alarm systems and fire doors, it is sadly the case that a number are not.
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