Product Standards #disposable bbqs#wildfire risk
UK Government Imposes Temporary Ban on Sale of Disposable BBQs Over Wildfire Risk
According to BBC News, the UK government has issued a temporary ban on the sale of disposable barbecues in Great Britain due to wildfire risk during drought and heatwave conditions. The Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade said the products must not be sold in stores or online at the current time. Retailers are awaiting guidance, and the ban will be kept under review.
Aug 14, 2026 1 source