Noise: Safety
Commons · Question 125754 · Tabled 10 Apr 2026 · Department for Culture, Media and Sport · Official record
Answered 20 Apr 2026
Question
Asked by Zöe Franklin
To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, whether her Department is taking steps to help prevent noise-induced hearing damage and tinnitus at live music events; and whether he is considering (a) guidance and (b) regulation to promote saf
Answer
Answered by Ian Murray, 20 Apr 2026
There is no specific legislation setting limits for the audience exposure to noise and the Government has no plans to legislate further in this area at present. However, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) provides advice for when noise levels are expec...