Overview

This bill aims to improve the safety of British citizens holidaying abroad by requiring companies offering or marketing overseas holiday accommodation to ensure that the accommodation has working carbon monoxide alarms and that this is declared in any advertisements.

Description

The Carbon Monoxide Poisoning (Safety Abroad) Bill mandates that companies marketing holiday accommodation outside the UK to British citizens must take reasonable steps to ensure the accommodation has a properly installed and functioning carbon monoxide alarm, complying with both manufacturer recommendations and the host country's legislation. Advertisements must explicitly declare the presence of such an alarm if these requirements are met. The bill defines "holiday accommodation" as self-catering properties with gas, oil, coal, or wood-burning appliances. Failure to comply results in a fine.

Government Spending

The bill doesn't directly specify government spending. Enforcement and potential legal costs associated with prosecuting offenders may represent an indirect cost to the government.

Groups Affected

• Holiday Accommodation Providers: These businesses will need to ensure carbon monoxide alarms are installed and functioning correctly and advertise this fact. They face fines for non-compliance.
• British Tourists: These individuals will benefit from increased safety by having working carbon monoxide alarms in their holiday accommodation.
• Travel Agencies and Marketing Companies: These entities will need to ensure they comply with the advertising requirements of the bill.

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