HC Deb 10 July 1997 vol 297 cc595-6W
Mrs. Gillan

To ask the President of the Board of Trade what response has been received from the hon. Members' questionnaire on consumer issues; and if she will publish the responses. [7783]

Mr. Nigel Griffiths

I have received a very encouraging response from hon. Members of all parties and I have held meetings with hon. Members, including the hon. Lady's hon. Friends, a number of whom have recorded their appreciation of this innovative exercise.

The summary of the responses is as follows:

Issue
48 Second hand cars
22 Electrical Goods (Radio/TV)
72 Home maintenance, repairs and improvements
77 Food and drink

Issue
19 Major appliances
16 Clothing and clothing fabrics
28 Upholstered furniture
34 Double glazing products and install
50 Car repair and maintenance
7 Furniture (not upholstered) pictures etc.
38 Carbon monoxide deaths
81 Labelling (animal testing)
27 Mock auctions
64 Product safety
71 Holiday protection
75 Advertising standards
66 Fireworks
42 Funerals
48 Direct selling
74 Consumer credit

I note the hon. Member has not listed any issues which concern her constituents and I have therefore sent her another questionnaire.

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