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Written question asked by Martin Wrigley (Liberal Democrat) on Friday, 12 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 16 June 2026. It was answered by Kate Dearden (Labour) on Monday, 22 June 2026 on behalf of the Department for Business and Trade.

Unfair Practices: Newton Abbot

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what steps he is taking to tackle rogue builders and traders in Newton Abbot constituency.

Answer

This government is committed to protecting consumers from rogue traders. Consumer legislation already sets out the standards consumers can expect when a trader supplies goods and services, including building work, as well as remedies if these rights are breached.

TrustMark, sponsored by the Department and licenced by the Government, is the Government Endorsed Quality Scheme that covers work a consumer chooses to have carried out in or around their home. In addition, the Building Safety Act 2022 has introduced competence requirements for both individuals and businesses working in the built environment.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
9461
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Construction Unfair practices Newton Abbot
Link
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