Summary
Residents of Balfron Tower in east London are stuck in their homes because the building's two lifts are not working. Some people, including those with disabilities, have difficulty leaving their apartments, which raises safety concerns. The property management company, Way of Life, is investigating the issue and has apologized to affected residents.
Key Facts
- Balfron Tower is a 26-storey building in east London with 146 homes.
- The building's two lifts have stopped working, leaving residents stranded.
- Some disabled residents cannot leave their homes safely due to the lift issue.
- The property management company, Way of Life, is looking into the lift problem.
- One resident shared concerns on social media but was asked to remove his post.
- The lifts have been out of order for up to a week causing residents to climb many flights of stairs.
- The building is known for its brutalist architecture, designed by Ernő Goldfinger.
- Way of Life has issued an apology and is investigating staff conduct related to the incident.
