questionText: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what assessment has been made of the potential health risks of chemical flame retardants in upholstered furniture; and what plans the Government has to ban or restrict their use.
answerText: While the evidence of negative health impacts from chemical flame retardants (CFRs) in furniture is limited, the Government recognises concern about their widespread use.The Furniture and Furnishings (Fire) (Safety) Regulations 1988 (FFRs) do not stipulat...
heading: Furniture: Fire Prevention