Written question asked by Countess of Mar (Crossbench) on Thursday, 2 May 2019, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Friday, 17 May 2019. It was answered by Lord Henley (Conservative) on Tuesday, 14 May 2019 on behalf of the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy.
Furniture: Fire Resistant Materials
- Question
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To ask Her Majesty's Government (1) what assessment they have made of the University of Central Lancashire paper Flame retardants in UK furniture increase smoke toxicity more than reduce fire growth rate, published in December 2017; (2) whether they consulted the Government Chief Scientific Adviser in making any such assessment; and (3) whether they intend to review the efficacy of flame retardants which are currently on the market.
- Answer
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The Government is currently reviewing the operation of the Furniture and Furnishings (Fire)( Safety) Regulations 1988 and will take account of evidence from external sources such as academic papers as well as the views of experts from across government, including Chief Scientific Advisors.
It is the responsibility of manufacturers to ensure that any flame retardants they use are effective in meeting legal requirements for safety.
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- Written question
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- HL15518
- Session
- 2017-19
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- Furniture Safety Fire resistant materials
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