UK govt temporarily bans sale of disposable barbecues amid rising wildfire risk

UK temporarily bans sales of disposable BBQs. The sale of disposable barbecues has been temporarily banned across Great Britain as hot, dry conditions fuel wildfires and authorities warn they pose a significant risk to the public.Government guidance says the barbecues cannot currently be considered safe and must not be sold in shops or online while the restrictions remain in place.The Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade said disposable barbecues had been linked to several serious wildfires across the country this summer.The restriction follows an emergency Cobra meeting earlier this week, where ministers discussed measures to respond to record temperatures and the growing wildfire risk.Why have disposable barbecues been banned?The government said the combination of dry ground, high temperatures and ongoing drought conditions means even a small fire can spread quickly.Disposable barbecues are particularly difficult to extinguish safely and can remain hot after use, creating a risk of grass and vegetation catching fire.The government said retailers will receive guidance on the temporary restriction, which will be kept under review.Under that framework, retailers we...