Household Safety (Carbon Monoxide Detectors) Bill

A Bill to introduce a requirement that a functioning carbon monoxide detector must be installed in residential properties; and for connected purposes

Originating House

House of Commons

Last Updated

1 May 2012

In Plain English

AI-generated

This Bill would require a functioning carbon monoxide detector to be installed in residential properties. It aims to improve safety by ensuring detectors are present and working in homes. It is currently at the Second Reading in the House of Commons.

Key Points

A legal requirement for a working carbon monoxide detector in residential properties.
Detectors must be installed and kept in working order.
Applies to homeowners and renters alike, including private and social landlords and letting agents.
If it progresses, it will move to Committee stage for detailed scrutiny.

Progress

The Bill is at the Second Reading in the Commons, the first step in Parliament's scrutiny; after this it would go on to Committee for detailed examination if it advances.

Who is affected?

Tenants and residents of homesHomeownersPrivate and social landlords and letting agentsHousing associations and property managersGas and heating engineers/safety professionals

Generated 21 February 2026

Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Household Safety (Carbon Monoxide Detectors)

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.

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.

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