A Bill to make provision about the standards of fire resistance, and relevant labelling requirements, in relation to children's fancy dress and play costumes; and for connected purposes.
House of Commons
12 May 2016
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The Bill would set minimum fire-resistance standards for children's fancy dress and play costumes and require clear labelling to show compliance. It would apply to costumes sold for children and give enforcement powers to ensure standards are met. The aim is to reduce the risk of fire-related injuries from costumes.
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1 Dec 2015
This Bill has been withdrawn and will not progress any further.
This Bill was introduced to Parliament on 1 December 2015 under the Ten Minute Rule. This allows an MP to make his or her case for a new bill in a speech lasting up to ten minutes. An opposing speech may also be made before the House decides whether or not the bill should be introduced. If the MP is successful the bill is taken to have had its first reading.
No recorded votes for this bill yet.
