Batteries: Fire Prevention

Summary

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what steps she is taking to reduce the risks of lithium battery fires occurring and to educate the public on the dangers.

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1. 14 October 2026

   Written question

   To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what steps she is taking to reduce the risks of lithium battery fires occurring and to educate the public on the dangers.

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2. 19 October 2026

   Answer

   Defra and devolved governments are reviewing UK battery regulations, including extended producer responsibility. We are improving public awareness through the Office for Product Safety and Standards’ Buy Safe, Be Safe campaign, supporting the Recycle Your...

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