CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING

Early day motion 582, tabled 12 January 2010 by Bob Spink (Independent). Signed by 54 members.

That this House notes the dangers of carbon monoxide (CO) produced by combustion products like coal, wood, oil and gas not burning correctly; further notes that CO has no taste, colour or odour and often causes permanent injury or death within a few breaths, making elderly people, those with heart or lung problems, pregnant mothers, unborn babies and young children all particularly vulnerable to its dangers; recognises the work of CO-Awareness, a registered UK charity, established in 2005 to provide information on the dangers of CO poisoning and to support victims and their families who have been killed or are suffering long-term health effects from CO poisoning; and urges the Government to improve education, advice and equipment for children, health professionals and installers to reduce the impact of CO poisoning.

Signatures by party: Labour 37, Liberal Democrat 9, DUP 3, Conservative 2, Independent 2, Plaid Cymru 1.