Lindner Prater convicted, Wintech cleared over window-fall death
Summary
Lindner Prater and St James have been convicted of health and safety breaches following the death of a man struck by a falling window from the Corniche residential tower in London. Wintech and Foster + Partners were cleared, and sentencing for the convicted parties is due at Inner London Crown Court in September 2026.
Why it matters
The case highlights the consequences of design, installation and maintenance failures affecting building elements that can pose risks to the public. Residential surveyors should note the implications for façade safety, window restraint systems and post-completion risk management on high-rise schemes.
Key points
- A 53-year-old coach driver was killed in 2018 by a 130kg glass window falling from the Corniche development.
- Lindner Prater and St James were found guilty under section 3(1) of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.
- Wintech and Foster + Partners were cleared of the charges.
- Evidence at trial included a prior window fall from the building in 2017 and concerns about the safety of outward-opening windows and restrictors.
- Sentencing for the convicted parties is scheduled for 24 September 2026.
Organisations:
Lindner Prater, St James, Wintech, Foster + Partners, Health and Safety Executive, Inner London Crown Court, London Borough of Lambeth
Regulations:
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, section 3(1)
Locations:
London, Albert Embankment, Corniche, Inner London Crown Court, London Borough of Lambeth
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