The government has announced a major climbdown over its Brexit plans to remove EU laws from British statue books by the end of the year.
Rishi Sunak plans to rip up remaining EU laws by the end of the year left on the statute book after Brexit - but experts worry that any relaxation in seatbelt rules will discourage people from wearing them.
The health and safety industry has warned the government that it might not be a good idea to throw out every European-related law.
New research reveals 212 ‘safety’ regulations set to lapse – to draw line under Brexit.
‘Recklessly irresponsible’ Brexit rush to axe EU laws is putting safety standards at risk, watchdogs warn
24/11/2022
Trading standards officers fear ‘recklessly irresponsible’ legislation poses danger to public.