Sale of unsafe goods on online marketplaces

Early day motion 1472, tabled 9 February 2021 by Jonathan Edwards (Independent). Signed by 16 members.

That this House notes that unsafe products continue to be sold on online marketplaces; further notes the risks that these unsafe products pose to users; recognises that more consumers are dependent on online marketplaces due to covid-19 restrictions; further recognises that many online marketplaces are not taking responsibility for the goods sold on their platforms; is concerned that research by Electrical Safety First shows that an estimated 7,000 domestic fires in Great Britain are caused by faulty electrical products every year; is further concerned that consumers are not protected by consumer rights legislation when shopping on online marketplaces; and urges the Government to include the sale of unsafe goods on online marketplaces within the scope of the online safety Bill.

Signatures by party: Scottish National Party 5, Independent 3, Labour 3, Plaid Cymru 3, DUP 1, Labour/Co-operative 1.