welcome to bbc news. the bbc understands officials believe at least 60 buildings have failed an official fire safety test, in which ininsulation and cladding, of the type fitted at grenfell tower, were analysed together for the first time. so far, just nine of the buildings which failed have been identified. they re in salford in greater manchester, where the local council is asking for help from central government to meet the cost of replacements. our correspondent frankie mccamley reports. as those affected by the fire at grenfell tower wait to find out how and why the fire spread, across the country, others are anxiously waiting to find out if their homes are at risk, too. but for many, it s not good news. the bbc understands officials believe at least 60 tower blocks have failed a new fire safety test. including nine in salford, where the removal of cladding began weeks ago. the thought of it not being safe and you re sleeping in bed of a nighttime, do you know, that s it
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