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Glasgow Times
02-08-2025
- Health
- Glasgow Times
Amazon, Lidl, Asda, TK Maxx, Sainsbury's and Matalan product recalls
The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) has issued several recalls, including on products sold at some of the UK's biggest retailers. We have rounded up the recalls you should be aware of. If you have purchased any of the products below, please stop using them immediately, and contact your retailer, or see the full recall notices for more information. Amazon recalls There are two recalls for products sold by Amazon. The first is an updated alert, issued by the FSA for Orgenism Eggshell Membrane Capsules, because Salmonella has been found in the product. A third update, issued yesterday, said: "The Salmonella found in this product has been linked to human illness after consumption of the product. The Salmonella found is resistant to several antibiotics and should not be disposed of in household waste nor flushed down the toilet. Details on how to return the product for secure disposal are included below. "Reason for Update 3: This update is to make consumers aware of additional online platforms selling this product. This product has been sold on eBay, in addition to Amazon and Orgenism's own website." Thursday 31 July - Update 3 – All sales of Orgenism Eggshell Membrane Capsules are recalled because of contamination with Salmonella linked to illness #FoodAlert — Food Standards Agency (@foodgov) July 31, 2025 The second recall is for a piece of jewellery sold via Amazon. This has been removed from sale because it contains a 'serious chemical risk' which could cause cancer. The affected jewellery is a Dervivea metal ring and earrings with Amazon codes B0CT21SWWY (Ring) and B0DHV43HC3 (Earrings). The product presents a 'serious risk chemical risk' as it contains butylphenyl methylpropional, which is prohibited in cosmetic products. An OPSS spokesman said: 'The products present a serious chemical risk as the cadmium content was found to be greater than the maximum permissible limit in both the metal ring and metal earrings. 'Cadmium is harmful to human health as it accumulates in the body, can damage organs and may cause cancer. 'Owners of the product are advised to contact the distributor they purchased from to request redress. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).' Lidl recall (Image: Andrew Matthews/PA Wire) Lidl has issued an urgent recall as a popular air fryer sold at the supermarket could be a potential 'fire hazard'. The supermarket is recalling the Tower eight litre dual basket air fryer which is sold in its stores. The affected air fryers have a product code of T17129L. No other Tower products sold at Lidl stores are impacted by the recall. Tower is recalling the products 'due to risk of overheating', the retailer said. It added that this could ultimately 'present a fire hazard' to shoppers who bought the item. 'If you own one of the affected models, please stop using it immediately,' Lidl said in the recall notice. Customers who bought affected air fryers have been urged to contact the supplier directly through They will then be able to see if their particular product has been affected and can access instructions for returning it. The retailer added: 'We apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your cooperation.' TK Maxx recall TK Maxx shoppers have been warned to stop using one of the store's products immediately after it was revealed that it contained a potentially harmful chemical. The Byblos Blu eua de toilette perfume contains Hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde, also known as Lyral or HICC. The compound is not authorised for use in cosmetics by manufacturers in Europe due to the risk of allergic reactions in sensitised individuals. The recall affects the perfumes with TJK style numbers of 898378,898370 and 898365. (Image: TK Maxx) The Byblos Blu eua de toillete perfume was sold in TK Maxx stores between January and March 2025. A spokesman for the Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) said: 'The product presents a risk to consumers' health due to the fact it contains Hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde, also known as Lyral or HICC. 'This is not authorised for use in cosmetics manufactured in Europe due to the risk of allergic reaction in sensitised individuals. Recommended Reading: 'The product has been recalled from end users by TK Maxx. ⚠️ Product Recall: Byblos Blu Happy Hour Eau De Toilette sold by TK Maxx (2503-0192) presenting a risk to consumers health as it contains Hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde, also known as Lyral or HICC.⚠️ #ProductRecall — Office for Product Safety and Standards (@OfficeforSandS) July 5, 2025 'If you have purchased this product, please stop using it immediately and return to any TK Maxx store.' A TK Maxx spokesman added: 'If you have purchased this product, please stop using it immediately and return to any TK Maxx store. 'You can get a full refund or replacement.' Sainsbury's recall Three popular products sold at Sainsbury's supermarkets across the UK have been recalled, as shoppers were told to 'stop using them immediately'. All of the recalled products present a fire risk, the recall warnings state. The Bosch Styline Toaster has been recalled due to a technical fault which can cause the electronics to overheat and could cause a toaster fire. (Image: Owen Humphreys/PA Wire) The affected products have codes of TAT8613GB and TAT8611GB, and the recall affects the white and black versions of the toaster. A recall statement from producers Bosch, said: 'Bosch (BSH) is voluntarily recalling the above Styline Toaster models produced from October 2021 to April 2023 as the quality checks have revealed a technical fault which can cause the electronics to overheat and could cause a toaster fire. 'To minimize safety risks, please disconnect any affected toaster from the mains supply immediately and do not use it. 'For further details or if you have any questions, you can contact the customer care team on 01536 436236. 'Or if you would like to request a call back please email your contact details at bosch-toaster-action@ and one of Bosch team members will contact you. 'Bosch thank you for your understanding.' ⚠️Here is our monthly recall roundup for June⚠️ Visit for more information.#ProductRecalls #UkRecallsAndAlerts — Office for Product Safety and Standards (@OfficeforSandS) June 27, 2025 Sainsbury's warned shoppers that they had been informed of an issue affecting specific units of rechargeable blenders from Nutribullet. A spokesman said: 'A small number of units have been identified as having a battery defect that could overheat during charging, creating a potential fire risk. 'Please stop using the item immediately, and check if you have an affected product by locating the serial number on the base of the blender. 'Please visit to verify if your blender is potentially affected and if so, register to receive a replacement product free of charge." The Air Fryers affected by the Tower recall have SKUs of 141407023 and 139987372, and both the 2.2 litre and 4 litre Tower Air Fryer are included in the recall. A Sainsbury's spokesman said: 'We have been requested by Tower to alert you to a product recall impacting three Tower branded air fryers produced between January 2022 to April 2023. 'A small number of units have been identified as having a potential manufacturing default that could cause the air fryer to overheat and pose a fire risk. 'Please stop using the item immediately, and check if you have an affected product by locating the product number on the base of the air fryer. 'Once you have identified that your product is impacted. Please visit to see if the batch number means it is included in the recall. 'If it is, follow the instruction on how to return your affected product. We take the quality and safety of our products extremely seriously and would like to apologise to customers affected for any inconvenience this may cause. 'No other batches are affected by this recall.' Recommended Reading: Asda recall A George at Asda product has been recalled from all stores across the UK, and anyone who has purchased it has been urged to 'stop using it immediately'. The supermarket giant has pulled the product from its stores and is asking anyone who owns it to return it to a store for a full refund. The Office for Product Safety and Standards warned that the George Baby 3-Pack Rompers with Zip sold by Asda presents a 'risk of injuries'. The recall affects all sizes of the rompers up to 24 months and impacts the following barcodes: 5059201506212, 5059201505772,5059201506137, 5059201506151, 5059201506175, 5059201505796, 5059201506113, 5059201506199, 5059201505772, 5059201506137, 5059201506151, 5059201506175, 5059201505796, 5059201506113, 5059201506199. ⚠️Here is our monthly recall roundup for May⚠️ Visit for more information.#ProductRecalls #UkRecallsAndAlerts — Office for Product Safety and Standards (@OfficeforSandS) May 31, 2025 A warning from The Office for Product Safety and Standards says: 'The product presents a risk of injuries as some of the zips have sharp edges. This may lead to babies becoming scratched and injured during use. "The product does not meet the requirement of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005. "Consumers are advised to return the product to their nearest ASDA store for a full refund." Recommended Reading: An Asda spokesman added: 'George Baby 3PK Zip Rompers (all sizes up to 24 months) has been identified with a manufacturing issue. "Some of the zips may contain sharp edges, which poses a risk of injury. This issue affects ALL sizes. "If you have purchased the George Baby 3PK Zip Rompers from Asda, please stop using immediately. "Bring it back to your nearest store where you will be given a full refund. You do not need your receipt. We are very sorry for any inconvenience caused. "If you would like any further information, please contact: Asda Customer Relations – 0800 952 010" Matalan recall Matalan has recalled a product which could cause 'strangulation' as customers have been told to 'stop using it immediately'. The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) confirmed that Matalan was recalling some its boys' swimwear due a 'risk of entrapment and strangulation due to the length of the functional draw cords'. These are the affected product names and item numbers: Shark Rash Vest & Short Blue - B369646/647 Seersucker Swimshort Blue - B369742/743 Boys Tie Dye Swimshorts - B369750/751 A Matalan spokesman said: 'It has come to our attention that the above Boy's swim shorts do not meet our usual high standards for quality and safety. (Image: Matalan) "If you have bought any of the swim shorts shown, please do not use and return immediately.' An OPSS spokesman added: 'The products present a risk of entrapment and strangulation due to the length of the functional draw cords. 'The products do not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005. 'If you have purchased any of the affected boys' swimwear, please stop using it immediately and return it to your nearest Matalan store for a full refund. 'You will not need to produce a receipt.'
South Wales Guardian
01-08-2025
- Health
- South Wales Guardian
Amazon, Lidl, Asda, TK Maxx, Sainsbury's and Matalan product recalls
The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) has issued several recalls, including on products sold at some of the UK's biggest retailers. We have rounded up the recalls you should be aware of. If you have purchased any of the products below, please stop using them immediately, and contact your retailer, or see the full recall notices for more information. There are two recalls for products sold by Amazon. The first is an updated alert, issued by the FSA for Orgenism Eggshell Membrane Capsules, because Salmonella has been found in the product. A third update, issued yesterday, said: "The Salmonella found in this product has been linked to human illness after consumption of the product. The Salmonella found is resistant to several antibiotics and should not be disposed of in household waste nor flushed down the toilet. Details on how to return the product for secure disposal are included below. "Reason for Update 3: This update is to make consumers aware of additional online platforms selling this product. This product has been sold on eBay, in addition to Amazon and Orgenism's own website." Thursday 31 July - Update 3 – All sales of Orgenism Eggshell Membrane Capsules are recalled because of contamination with Salmonella linked to illness #FoodAlert The second recall is for a piece of jewellery sold via Amazon. This has been removed from sale because it contains a 'serious chemical risk' which could cause cancer. The affected jewellery is a Dervivea metal ring and earrings with Amazon codes B0CT21SWWY (Ring) and B0DHV43HC3 (Earrings). The product presents a 'serious risk chemical risk' as it contains butylphenyl methylpropional, which is prohibited in cosmetic products. An OPSS spokesman said: 'The products present a serious chemical risk as the cadmium content was found to be greater than the maximum permissible limit in both the metal ring and metal earrings. 'Cadmium is harmful to human health as it accumulates in the body, can damage organs and may cause cancer. 'Owners of the product are advised to contact the distributor they purchased from to request redress. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).' (Image: Andrew Matthews/PA Wire) Lidl has issued an urgent recall as a popular air fryer sold at the supermarket could be a potential 'fire hazard'. The supermarket is recalling the Tower eight litre dual basket air fryer which is sold in its stores. The affected air fryers have a product code of T17129L. No other Tower products sold at Lidl stores are impacted by the recall. Tower is recalling the products 'due to risk of overheating', the retailer said. It added that this could ultimately 'present a fire hazard' to shoppers who bought the item. 'If you own one of the affected models, please stop using it immediately,' Lidl said in the recall notice. Customers who bought affected air fryers have been urged to contact the supplier directly through They will then be able to see if their particular product has been affected and can access instructions for returning it. The retailer added: 'We apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your cooperation.' TK Maxx shoppers have been warned to stop using one of the store's products immediately after it was revealed that it contained a potentially harmful chemical. The Byblos Blu eua de toilette perfume contains Hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde, also known as Lyral or HICC. The compound is not authorised for use in cosmetics by manufacturers in Europe due to the risk of allergic reactions in sensitised individuals. The recall affects the perfumes with TJK style numbers of 898378,898370 and 898365. (Image: TK Maxx) The Byblos Blu eua de toillete perfume was sold in TK Maxx stores between January and March 2025. A spokesman for the Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) said: 'The product presents a risk to consumers' health due to the fact it contains Hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde, also known as Lyral or HICC. 'This is not authorised for use in cosmetics manufactured in Europe due to the risk of allergic reaction in sensitised individuals. Recommended Reading: Asda, Matalan and Amazon recalls as shoppers told 'stop using them immediately' FSA issues 'do not eat' warning over chocolate that may be a 'food safety risk' 'Do not eat' warning issued as 'unsafe to eat' sweets recalled 'The product has been recalled from end users by TK Maxx. ⚠️ Product Recall: Byblos Blu Happy Hour Eau De Toilette sold by TK Maxx (2503-0192) presenting a risk to consumers health as it contains Hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde, also known as Lyral or HICC.⚠️ #ProductRecall 'If you have purchased this product, please stop using it immediately and return to any TK Maxx store.' A TK Maxx spokesman added: 'If you have purchased this product, please stop using it immediately and return to any TK Maxx store. 'You can get a full refund or replacement.' Three popular products sold at Sainsbury's supermarkets across the UK have been recalled, as shoppers were told to 'stop using them immediately'. All of the recalled products present a fire risk, the recall warnings state. The Bosch Styline Toaster has been recalled due to a technical fault which can cause the electronics to overheat and could cause a toaster fire. (Image: Owen Humphreys/PA Wire) The affected products have codes of TAT8613GB and TAT8611GB, and the recall affects the white and black versions of the toaster. A recall statement from producers Bosch, said: 'Bosch (BSH) is voluntarily recalling the above Styline Toaster models produced from October 2021 to April 2023 as the quality checks have revealed a technical fault which can cause the electronics to overheat and could cause a toaster fire. 'To minimize safety risks, please disconnect any affected toaster from the mains supply immediately and do not use it. 'For further details or if you have any questions, you can contact the customer care team on 01536 436236. 'Or if you would like to request a call back please email your contact details at bosch-toaster-action@ and one of Bosch team members will contact you. 'Bosch thank you for your understanding.' ⚠️Here is our monthly recall roundup for June⚠️ Visit for more information.#ProductRecalls #UkRecallsAndAlerts Sainsbury's warned shoppers that they had been informed of an issue affecting specific units of rechargeable blenders from Nutribullet. A spokesman said: 'A small number of units have been identified as having a battery defect that could overheat during charging, creating a potential fire risk. 'Please stop using the item immediately, and check if you have an affected product by locating the serial number on the base of the blender. 'Please visit to verify if your blender is potentially affected and if so, register to receive a replacement product free of charge." The Air Fryers affected by the Tower recall have SKUs of 141407023 and 139987372, and both the 2.2 litre and 4 litre Tower Air Fryer are included in the recall. A Sainsbury's spokesman said: 'We have been requested by Tower to alert you to a product recall impacting three Tower branded air fryers produced between January 2022 to April 2023. 'A small number of units have been identified as having a potential manufacturing default that could cause the air fryer to overheat and pose a fire risk. 'Please stop using the item immediately, and check if you have an affected product by locating the product number on the base of the air fryer. 'Once you have identified that your product is impacted. Please visit to see if the batch number means it is included in the recall. 'If it is, follow the instruction on how to return your affected product. We take the quality and safety of our products extremely seriously and would like to apologise to customers affected for any inconvenience this may cause. 'No other batches are affected by this recall.' Recommended Reading: A George at Asda product has been recalled from all stores across the UK, and anyone who has purchased it has been urged to 'stop using it immediately'. The supermarket giant has pulled the product from its stores and is asking anyone who owns it to return it to a store for a full refund. The Office for Product Safety and Standards warned that the George Baby 3-Pack Rompers with Zip sold by Asda presents a 'risk of injuries'. The recall affects all sizes of the rompers up to 24 months and impacts the following barcodes: 5059201506212, 5059201505772,5059201506137, 5059201506151, 5059201506175, 5059201505796, 5059201506113, 5059201506199, 5059201505772, 5059201506137, 5059201506151, 5059201506175, 5059201505796, 5059201506113, 5059201506199. ⚠️Here is our monthly recall roundup for May⚠️ Visit for more information.#ProductRecalls #UkRecallsAndAlerts A warning from The Office for Product Safety and Standards says: 'The product presents a risk of injuries as some of the zips have sharp edges. This may lead to babies becoming scratched and injured during use. "The product does not meet the requirement of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005. "Consumers are advised to return the product to their nearest ASDA store for a full refund." Recommended Reading: An Asda spokesman added: 'George Baby 3PK Zip Rompers (all sizes up to 24 months) has been identified with a manufacturing issue. "Some of the zips may contain sharp edges, which poses a risk of injury. This issue affects ALL sizes. "If you have purchased the George Baby 3PK Zip Rompers from Asda, please stop using immediately. "Bring it back to your nearest store where you will be given a full refund. You do not need your receipt. We are very sorry for any inconvenience caused. "If you would like any further information, please contact: Asda Customer Relations – 0800 952 010" Matalan has recalled a product which could cause 'strangulation' as customers have been told to 'stop using it immediately'. The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) confirmed that Matalan was recalling some its boys' swimwear due a 'risk of entrapment and strangulation due to the length of the functional draw cords'. These are the affected product names and item numbers: A Matalan spokesman said: 'It has come to our attention that the above Boy's swim shorts do not meet our usual high standards for quality and safety. (Image: Matalan) "If you have bought any of the swim shorts shown, please do not use and return immediately.' An OPSS spokesman added: 'The products present a risk of entrapment and strangulation due to the length of the functional draw cords. 'The products do not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005. 'If you have purchased any of the affected boys' swimwear, please stop using it immediately and return it to your nearest Matalan store for a full refund. 'You will not need to produce a receipt.'
South Wales Argus
01-08-2025
- Health
- South Wales Argus
Amazon, Lidl, Asda, TK Maxx, Sainsbury's and Matalan product recalls
The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) has issued several recalls, including on products sold at some of the UK's biggest retailers. We have rounded up the recalls you should be aware of. If you have purchased any of the products below, please stop using them immediately, and contact your retailer, or see the full recall notices for more information. Amazon recalls There are two recalls for products sold by Amazon. The first is an updated alert, issued by the FSA for Orgenism Eggshell Membrane Capsules, because Salmonella has been found in the product. A third update, issued yesterday, said: "The Salmonella found in this product has been linked to human illness after consumption of the product. The Salmonella found is resistant to several antibiotics and should not be disposed of in household waste nor flushed down the toilet. Details on how to return the product for secure disposal are included below. "Reason for Update 3: This update is to make consumers aware of additional online platforms selling this product. This product has been sold on eBay, in addition to Amazon and Orgenism's own website." Thursday 31 July - Update 3 – All sales of Orgenism Eggshell Membrane Capsules are recalled because of contamination with Salmonella linked to illness #FoodAlert — Food Standards Agency (@foodgov) July 31, 2025 The second recall is for a piece of jewellery sold via Amazon. This has been removed from sale because it contains a 'serious chemical risk' which could cause cancer. The affected jewellery is a Dervivea metal ring and earrings with Amazon codes B0CT21SWWY (Ring) and B0DHV43HC3 (Earrings). The product presents a 'serious risk chemical risk' as it contains butylphenyl methylpropional, which is prohibited in cosmetic products. An OPSS spokesman said: 'The products present a serious chemical risk as the cadmium content was found to be greater than the maximum permissible limit in both the metal ring and metal earrings. 'Cadmium is harmful to human health as it accumulates in the body, can damage organs and may cause cancer. 'Owners of the product are advised to contact the distributor they purchased from to request redress. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).' Lidl recall (Image: Andrew Matthews/PA Wire) Lidl has issued an urgent recall as a popular air fryer sold at the supermarket could be a potential 'fire hazard'. The supermarket is recalling the Tower eight litre dual basket air fryer which is sold in its stores. The affected air fryers have a product code of T17129L. No other Tower products sold at Lidl stores are impacted by the recall. Tower is recalling the products 'due to risk of overheating', the retailer said. It added that this could ultimately 'present a fire hazard' to shoppers who bought the item. 'If you own one of the affected models, please stop using it immediately,' Lidl said in the recall notice. Customers who bought affected air fryers have been urged to contact the supplier directly through They will then be able to see if their particular product has been affected and can access instructions for returning it. The retailer added: 'We apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your cooperation.' TK Maxx recall TK Maxx shoppers have been warned to stop using one of the store's products immediately after it was revealed that it contained a potentially harmful chemical. The Byblos Blu eua de toilette perfume contains Hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde, also known as Lyral or HICC. The compound is not authorised for use in cosmetics by manufacturers in Europe due to the risk of allergic reactions in sensitised individuals. The recall affects the perfumes with TJK style numbers of 898378,898370 and 898365. (Image: TK Maxx) The Byblos Blu eua de toillete perfume was sold in TK Maxx stores between January and March 2025. A spokesman for the Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) said: 'The product presents a risk to consumers' health due to the fact it contains Hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde, also known as Lyral or HICC. 'This is not authorised for use in cosmetics manufactured in Europe due to the risk of allergic reaction in sensitised individuals. Recommended Reading: 'The product has been recalled from end users by TK Maxx. ⚠️ Product Recall: Byblos Blu Happy Hour Eau De Toilette sold by TK Maxx (2503-0192) presenting a risk to consumers health as it contains Hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde, also known as Lyral or HICC.⚠️ #ProductRecall — Office for Product Safety and Standards (@OfficeforSandS) July 5, 2025 'If you have purchased this product, please stop using it immediately and return to any TK Maxx store.' A TK Maxx spokesman added: 'If you have purchased this product, please stop using it immediately and return to any TK Maxx store. 'You can get a full refund or replacement.' Sainsbury's recall Three popular products sold at Sainsbury's supermarkets across the UK have been recalled, as shoppers were told to 'stop using them immediately'. All of the recalled products present a fire risk, the recall warnings state. The Bosch Styline Toaster has been recalled due to a technical fault which can cause the electronics to overheat and could cause a toaster fire. (Image: Owen Humphreys/PA Wire) The affected products have codes of TAT8613GB and TAT8611GB, and the recall affects the white and black versions of the toaster. A recall statement from producers Bosch, said: 'Bosch (BSH) is voluntarily recalling the above Styline Toaster models produced from October 2021 to April 2023 as the quality checks have revealed a technical fault which can cause the electronics to overheat and could cause a toaster fire. 'To minimize safety risks, please disconnect any affected toaster from the mains supply immediately and do not use it. 'For further details or if you have any questions, you can contact the customer care team on 01536 436236. 'Or if you would like to request a call back please email your contact details at bosch-toaster-action@ and one of Bosch team members will contact you. 'Bosch thank you for your understanding.' ⚠️Here is our monthly recall roundup for June⚠️ Visit for more information.#ProductRecalls #UkRecallsAndAlerts — Office for Product Safety and Standards (@OfficeforSandS) June 27, 2025 Sainsbury's warned shoppers that they had been informed of an issue affecting specific units of rechargeable blenders from Nutribullet. A spokesman said: 'A small number of units have been identified as having a battery defect that could overheat during charging, creating a potential fire risk. 'Please stop using the item immediately, and check if you have an affected product by locating the serial number on the base of the blender. 'Please visit to verify if your blender is potentially affected and if so, register to receive a replacement product free of charge." The Air Fryers affected by the Tower recall have SKUs of 141407023 and 139987372, and both the 2.2 litre and 4 litre Tower Air Fryer are included in the recall. A Sainsbury's spokesman said: 'We have been requested by Tower to alert you to a product recall impacting three Tower branded air fryers produced between January 2022 to April 2023. 'A small number of units have been identified as having a potential manufacturing default that could cause the air fryer to overheat and pose a fire risk. 'Please stop using the item immediately, and check if you have an affected product by locating the product number on the base of the air fryer. 'Once you have identified that your product is impacted. Please visit to see if the batch number means it is included in the recall. 'If it is, follow the instruction on how to return your affected product. We take the quality and safety of our products extremely seriously and would like to apologise to customers affected for any inconvenience this may cause. 'No other batches are affected by this recall.' Recommended Reading: Asda recall A George at Asda product has been recalled from all stores across the UK, and anyone who has purchased it has been urged to 'stop using it immediately'. The supermarket giant has pulled the product from its stores and is asking anyone who owns it to return it to a store for a full refund. The Office for Product Safety and Standards warned that the George Baby 3-Pack Rompers with Zip sold by Asda presents a 'risk of injuries'. The recall affects all sizes of the rompers up to 24 months and impacts the following barcodes: 5059201506212, 5059201505772,5059201506137, 5059201506151, 5059201506175, 5059201505796, 5059201506113, 5059201506199, 5059201505772, 5059201506137, 5059201506151, 5059201506175, 5059201505796, 5059201506113, 5059201506199. ⚠️Here is our monthly recall roundup for May⚠️ Visit for more information.#ProductRecalls #UkRecallsAndAlerts — Office for Product Safety and Standards (@OfficeforSandS) May 31, 2025 A warning from The Office for Product Safety and Standards says: 'The product presents a risk of injuries as some of the zips have sharp edges. This may lead to babies becoming scratched and injured during use. "The product does not meet the requirement of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005. "Consumers are advised to return the product to their nearest ASDA store for a full refund." Recommended Reading: An Asda spokesman added: 'George Baby 3PK Zip Rompers (all sizes up to 24 months) has been identified with a manufacturing issue. "Some of the zips may contain sharp edges, which poses a risk of injury. This issue affects ALL sizes. "If you have purchased the George Baby 3PK Zip Rompers from Asda, please stop using immediately. "Bring it back to your nearest store where you will be given a full refund. You do not need your receipt. We are very sorry for any inconvenience caused. "If you would like any further information, please contact: Asda Customer Relations – 0800 952 010" Matalan recall Matalan has recalled a product which could cause 'strangulation' as customers have been told to 'stop using it immediately'. The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) confirmed that Matalan was recalling some its boys' swimwear due a 'risk of entrapment and strangulation due to the length of the functional draw cords'. These are the affected product names and item numbers: Shark Rash Vest & Short Blue - B369646/647 Seersucker Swimshort Blue - B369742/743 Boys Tie Dye Swimshorts - B369750/751 A Matalan spokesman said: 'It has come to our attention that the above Boy's swim shorts do not meet our usual high standards for quality and safety. (Image: Matalan) "If you have bought any of the swim shorts shown, please do not use and return immediately.' An OPSS spokesman added: 'The products present a risk of entrapment and strangulation due to the length of the functional draw cords. 'The products do not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005. 'If you have purchased any of the affected boys' swimwear, please stop using it immediately and return it to your nearest Matalan store for a full refund. 'You will not need to produce a receipt.'
Agriland
31-07-2025
- Health
- Agriland
Meet the bald Co. Louth Dexter calf
Farmer Andrew Matthews from Tenure in Co. Louth was shocked when one of his Dexter cattle gave birth to a rare bald calf, with only two small tuffs of hair where his horns should be. Matthews told Agriland that it is three weeks since the bull calf was born, adding that he is "doing brilliantly". The farmer said: "Other to no hair, the calf was completely normal at birth, proving to be an easy calving". Matthews farms a herd of pedigree Dexters for breeding and beef. This in itself is relatively rare, with the organisation Brave Herders estimates there is only approximately 3,000 head of Dexters in Ireland. According to Matthews, the calf was not born premature, and is only slightly smaller to the rest of the herd, with mature Dexters only standing at about 1m in height. He added that the calf stood and drank from the mother promptly. The farmer explained that the calf was kept inside for the first week under a heat lamp, but since weaning it off that, the calf is now "living its best life outside". The farmer explained how he brought the mother and calf back into the shed each night for the calf's first two/three weeks, as well as keeping it in by day during the extreme heat two weeks ago. The calf wears a jacket around the clock, and will realistically be in one for the rest of his life, according to Matthews. He added that this is the mother's fourth calf, highlighting how her offspring has never had any abnormalities up until now. The farmer said the calf was given vitamin injections and tested clear for BVD. He told Agriland that he is applying cream to the calf's legs to prevent them from getting sore or cracking. The calf still has no name, however Matthews joked about calling him 'Fluffy' or ''Streaker'. On his farm, Matthews also has a dun Dexter, which - while not exceptionally rare - are typically uncommon in the breed.
South Wales Argus
17-07-2025
- Politics
- South Wales Argus
Sixteen-year-olds to be allowed to vote as ministers set out reforms
Labour's manifesto committed the party to lowering the voting age for parliamentary elections to 16, in line with Scottish and Welsh elections. But plans announced on Thursday go further in an effort to increase participation in elections. Ministers have proposed introducing automated voter registration, which is already used in Australia and Canada, and making UK-issued bank cards an accepted form of ID at polling stations. Two dogs wait outside a polling station at the Uffculme Village Hall, in the Tiverton and Honiton by-election (Andrew Matthews/PA) The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government said 'far too many people' had been put off voting by the voter ID rules introduced by the previous government, with the Electoral Commission finding around 750,000 people did not vote due to a lack of ID. The Government has already made the Veteran Card an accepted form of voter ID, and intends to allow digital forms of ID to be used when they become available. Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner said: 'For too long public trust in our democracy has been damaged and faith in our institutions has been allowed to decline. 'We are taking action to break down barriers to participation that will ensure more people have the opportunity to engage in UK democracy, supporting our plan for change, and delivering on our manifesto commitment to give 16-year-olds the right to vote.' Sir Keir Starmer said it was 'important' to lower the voting age, as 16-year-olds were old enough to work and 'pay in' through tax, so should 'have the opportunity' to say how they wanted their money spent. But a poll of 500 16 and 17-year-olds conducted for ITV News by Merlin Strategy found only half said they thought they should be allowed to vote, and only 18% would definitely vote. Labour stood to gain the most, with 33% saying they would back the party, while 20% said they would choose Reform UK and 18% the Greens. Naomi Smith, chief executive of campaign group Best for Britain, said the change was 'a brave choice set to benefit generations to come', and urged political parties to 'do more to win the votes of the UK's young people'. But in the Commons, Conservative shadow communities minister Paul Holmes accused the Government of being 'hopelessly confused' about the age of majority. He said: 'Why does this Government think a 16-year-old can vote but not be allowed to buy a lottery ticket, an alcoholic drink, marry, or go to war, or even stand in the elections they're voting in?' Thursday's plans will also see a tightening of the rules on campaign finance aimed at barring 'shell companies' from donating to political parties and requiring more checks on donations to unincorporated associations. The Electoral Commission will be given the power to levy £500,000 fines on those who break the new rules on donations. Rushanara Ali, the minister for democracy, said: 'We are modernising our democracy so that it is fit for the 21st century.' She added: 'By reinforcing safeguards against foreign interference, we will strengthen our democratic institutions and protect them for future generations.' The proposal follows concern about the vulnerability of UK politics to donations from overseas, which came to prominence amid reports Elon Musk was considering a major donation to Reform UK. Unincorporated associations have long been another concern of transparency campaigners, who have warned they can obscure the real source of political donations. It also comes as the Electoral Commission reported spending at last year's general election hit a record high of £94.5 million, including £69.3 million spent by political parties. Labour outspent its rivals, shelling out £30 million during the campaign, more than twice the amount it spent in 2019, while the Conservatives spent £23.9 million and the Liberal Democrats £5.6 million. Reform spent £5.5 million, the Greens £1.7 million and the SNP £799,000. Electoral Commission chief executive Vijay Rangarajan welcomed the changes to rules on voter registration and political donations, saying they would 'improve the resilience and integrity of our electoral system'. But the commission also warned that allowing people to use bank cards as voter ID had 'risks for security and voter trust'. Thursday's plan will see the Government bring forward legislation to introduce its new rules, which also include tougher sentences for people who intimidate candidates amid a rise in reports of abuse aimed at those standing for election. Harry Quilter-Pinner, executive director of the IPPR think tank, said the changes were 'the biggest reform to our electoral system since 1969', when the voting age was lowered to 18. He said: 'Barely half of people voted in last year's general election. 'Our democracy is in crisis, and we risk reaching a tipping point where politics loses its legitimacy. 'The Government has clearly heard these alarm bells.' Arguing that lowering the voting age and introducing automated voter registration could bring 9.5 million more people into the democratic process, he said: 'At a time when public trust in politics is at a low ebb, this expansion of our democracy is a vital step toward rebuilding confidence, modernising our institutions and pushing back against the rise of populism.' Both the Greens and the Liberal Democrats welcomed the decision to lower the voting age to 16. But Lib Dem Cabinet Office spokeswoman Sarah Olney said the reforms to campaign finance rules left 'an Elon Musk-shaped hole in the Government's proposed changes'. She said: 'Ministers must go much further to close the door to foreign oligarchs interfering in British politics – anything less undermines our democracy.'
