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Ceramics (Country of Origin Marking) Bill

A Bill to require the indication of country of origin for ceramic products; and for connected purposes.

Originating House

House of Commons

Last Updated

17 September 2019

In Plain English

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This bill would require the country of origin to be indicated on ceramic products sold in the UK. It aims to help consumers know where a product comes from and to support fair competition, with rules on how marks must be shown and penalties for non-compliance to be set out in the legislation. The measure is currently at its second reading in the House of Commons.

Key Points

Requires indication of country of origin on ceramic products sold in the UK.
Marks must be clear, durable and visible to consumers.
Details on scope, exemptions and enforcement to be set out in the bill's provisions.
Enforcement provisions with penalties for non-compliance would be provided.
Aims to help consumers identify origin and to support fair competition.

Progress

The bill is at the second reading in the Commons. If it progresses, it would move to committee stage for detailed examination, then on to the Lords if approved.

Who is affected?

Ceramic manufacturers and importers selling ceramic products in the UKRetailers and distributors of ceramic productsConsumers buying ceramic items in the UKTrading Standards and other enforcement agenciesIndustry bodies and trade associations representing the ceramics sector

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Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Ceramics (Country of Origin Marking)

1 Jan 1970

The Bill failed to complete its passage through Parliament before the end of the session. This means the Bill will make no further progress.

Documents (1)

Bill 259 2017-19 (as introduced)

BillCommons

21 Nov 2018

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.

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