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Minister Macpherson promises further action following George collapse report

# Public Works minister Dean Macpherson has welcomed the forensic report into the George building collapse, which claimed 34 lives. Macpherson says the findings mark a critical first step toward accountability and healing. In a statement the minister confirmed that the department of Public Works will release its own report in May, targeting professional and statutory breaches by built environment stakeholders. He emphasised that the findings aim to improve oversight, enforce regulations, and enhance safety on construction sites to prevent future tragedies.