Lithium-ion Batteries: Hazards
Lords · Question HL16699 · Tabled 23 Apr 2026 · Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government · Official record
Answered 29 Apr 2026
Question
Asked by Lord Wigley
To ask His Majesty's Government how many incidents have been reported of lithium batteries (1) exploding, or (2) causing fires, in the past five years.
Answer
Answered by Baroness Taylor of Stevenage, 29 Apr 2026
The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government collects data on incidents attended by fire and rescue services in England, including information on the cause of the fire and the source of ignition.This data is published in a range of fire stati...