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News from London Boroughs of Brent and Harrow Trading Standards Service. From this page you can find the latest information on a range of Trading Standards issues including latest news releases and safety warnings. It is also possible to search the categories below for a relevant word or words.
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If you're a parent or know someone who has children who has blinds in their home then please read this important information. It is reported from RoSPA that since 1999 at least 15 toddlers in the UK have died after being strangled by blind and curtain cords. RoSPA is part of 'The Make It Safe campaign' which aims to raise awareness of the potential dangers of looped cords among families with small children. As well as leaflets and advice,
RoSPA is also providing cleats free of charge that can be fitted to tie blind cords high up out of the reach of children.
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Consumer Direct - 08454 04 05 06Alternative number for Consumer Direct - South East Region - 01622 626 520(Note the consumer direct web site moved to www.direct.gov.uk in April 2011)
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On Friday 1 April 2011 a 21 month old boy died after he was strangled by the nylon cord of a blind hanging next to his cot.
