Written question asked by Llew Smith (Labour) on Tuesday, 20 May 2003, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 3 June 2003. It was answered by Melanie Johnson (Labour) on Tuesday, 3 June 2003 on behalf of the Department of Trade and Industry.

Dept of Trade and Industry

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry, what plans she has to issue guidance on cooling down periods for warranties on electrical goods.

Answer: Llew Smith: To ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what plans she has to issue guidance on cooling down periods for warranties on electrical goods. [115666] Miss Melanie Johnson: The Competition Commission is currently carrying out an inquiry on the supply of extended warranties for domestic electrical goods. The Commission published its statement of hypothetical remedies on 20 May 2003. My hon. Friend will wait for the Commission's final report and final recommendations before deciding what action may be necessary.

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