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Grenfell Tower: cladding changed to 'cheaper version'
Cladding fitted to Grenfell Tower during its refurbishment was changed to a cheaper version, documents obtained by the BBC suggest.
Documents show the zinc cladding originally proposed was replaced with an aluminium type, which was less fire resistant, saving nearly £300,000.
The cladding is thought to have contributed to the spread of the fire that killed at least 80 people.
Kensington and Chelsea Council insists fire safety was not compromised.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-40453054