House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
Product Regulation and Metrology Act: Product Safety Framework Reform Consultations
13 April 2026 · Department for Business and Trade
Proposed by Kate Dearden Labour (Co-op) Halifax
Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.
At a glance
Key points
- Product Safety Framework reforms to modernise UK regulations using powers from the Product Regulation and Metrology Act 2025
- Three consultations launched to gather views on strengthening consumer protection and clarifying responsibilities
- Proposals include new requirements for online marketplaces and exploration of digital labelling options
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.