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Product Regulation and Metrology Act: Product Safety Framework Reform Consultations
13 April 2026
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Business and Trade
TAGS
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The statement discusses major reforms to modernise the UK's Product Safety Framework and review furniture fire safety regulations using powers from the Product Regulation and Metrology Act 2025.
Action Requested
Three consultations have been launched to gather views on proposals that will strengthen consumer protection, clarify responsibilities, streamline regulations, introduce new requirements for online marketplaces, and explore digital labelling options. The consultations close on June 23, 2026.
Key Facts
- Three consultations have been launched to modernise the Product Safety Framework.
- Proposals aim to strengthen consumer protection from unsafe products.
- Consultations cover new requirements for online marketplaces and digital labelling options.
- The furniture fire safety regulations consultation aims to implement a smoulder test.
- Consultations will close after 12 weeks on June 23, 2026.
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