Andy Burnham government announce ban on disposable barbecues due to 'significant risk'

NewsUK & World NewsWeatherAndy Burnham's government announced a temporary ban14:38, 14 Aug 2026The Government has issued a temporary ban on the sale of disposable barbeques as they pose a “significant risk to the public” due to the heatwave conditions, according to advice published online. The Prime Minister called a meeting earlier this week in response to a prolonged spell of exceptionally hot and dry weather.‌It has now been confirmed a temporary ban has been put in place. Disposable barbecues can pose a "significant risk" to the public amid the extreme heat. The Met Office said 38.1C was recorded at Kew Gardens in London on Thursday – the second time this year the country has seen temperatures reach 38C.‌The West Midlands was subject to an amber warning for extreme heat for much of Thu