Written question asked by Huw Edwards (Labour) on Thursday, 8 May 2003, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 14 May 2003. It was answered by Melanie Johnson (Labour) on Wednesday, 14 May 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 representations she has received about sharp practices involving leasing agreements for office photocopiers; and if she will take steps to afford greater protection to consumers affected by such practices.

Answer: Mr. Edwards: To ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what representations she has received about sharp practices involving leasing agreements for office photocopiers; and if she will take steps to afford greater protection to consumers affected by such practices. [113174] Miss Melanie Johnson: The Office of Fair Trading is responsible for monitoring the behaviour of consumer hire companies licensed under the Consumer Credit Act and it has confirmed that few complaints have been received. No action is proposed at this time.

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