Payment structure and contract wording decide who carries the risk when something goes wrong. Most buyers negotiate hard on unit price and leave these clauses untouched — a costly habit.

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When two suppliers quote the same classroom design at very different prices, the difference is never magic. It sits in the specification — and knowing where makes you a far stronger negotiator.

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The UK government has confirmed it is consulting on reforms to the 1988 furniture fire safety rules, aiming to cut reliance on chemical flame retardants in upholstery.

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Regulation (EU) 2023/988 has applied since 13 December 2024. Where the manufacturer sits outside the EU, a named responsible person must be identified.

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Regulation (EU) 2024/3015 bans products made with forced labour from the EU market from 14 December 2027. What hospitality furniture supply chains should map now.

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The EU's packaging regulation has applied since 12 August 2026, covering the cartons and pallets school furniture moves in. What exporters should document.

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