§ Lord Holme of Cheltenhamasked Her Majesty's Government:
How many cases of death by burning of infants under two years of age, as a result of domestic accidents, have been recorded in England and Wales in each of the past three years.
§ Baroness CumberlegeThe information requested is shown in the table.
The number of deaths of infants (including neonates) under two years of age from burning as a result of a domestic accident for each of the years 1989, 1990 and 1991 (year of registration) in England and Wales.
Year Accidental burning by fire and flames Accidental burning by hot substance or object, caustic or corrosive material and steam Total 1989 9 4 13 1990 11 3 14 1991 2 4 6 Source: OPCS.