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ITV News
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- ITV News
Celebrity injector banned after ITV News investigation into liquid BBL procedures
A celebrity aesthetician, known for his work on Katie Price and reality stars, has been banned from carrying out any cosmetic procedures across England and Wales following a series of botched treatments exposed by ITV News. Ricky Sawyer, who gained notoriety offering so-called "non-surgical BBLs", which involve the injection of dermal filler into the buttocks, has been handed a court injunction preventing him from practising until May 2028. The ban follows an extensive investigation first launched by ITV News in 2023, which uncovered how Sawyer was performing high-risk procedures in unregulated settings, leaving women with life-changing injuries. Our reports — which featured whistleblowers, victims, and undercover footage — were the first to expose his dangerous practices. One of his clients, Louise Moller, told me she was "20 minutes from death", after developing sepsis as a result of her treatment. Others reported tissue necrosis, severe infections, and enduring trauma after undergoing filler-based BBLs in places as informal as rented office blocks. I spoke with Louise's mother, Janet who welcomes the ban. But she is calling for more to be done to overhaul the aesthetics industry. "We absolutely welcome this. It's absolutely amazing and everything we were hoping for," Janet said. "But more could be done. We need justice for all the harm that has been caused. "I am very disappointed and let down by the government. I don't understand what is holding the government up". ITV News previously went undercover to expose unregulated Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) practices and discovered an alarming rise in the dangerous cosmetic procedure happening in the UK Following our report a large number of women approached us with similarly alarming stories. Bonnie-Louise Cooper was one of them. "Im so glad [Sawyer] has now been faced with a ban from carrying out this procedure," she told ITV News. "It will give us girls who have fallen victim to him some kind of peace, knowing he can't hurt anyone else, as we knew he wouldn't willingly stop anyway. "It's a true shame that this ban is only until 2028," Bonnie added. "I'd still like him to face some kind of real punishment for all the girls he has caused harm too. I'd like that for all of us". She's not the only one who is calling for more to be done. Despite previous prohibition notices from councils in Essex, Glasgow, and Greater Manchester, Sawyer continued operating under new business names. His social media pages boasted celebrity endorsements and before-and-after shots — masking the reality that many of his procedures went seriously wrong. Undercover footage from inside a one-day training course in "fat reduction" procedures at Luxury Medical Aesthetics in Clapham Now, after a successful legal case brought by Trafford Council, a judge has banned Sawyer from administering any aesthetic treatments or possessing medical equipment unless prescribed for personal use. A power of arrest has been attached to key parts of the order, meaning police can detain him immediately if he breaks the injunction. A spokesperson for Trafford Council said: 'As a local authority we work hard to protect our residents from harm, and this includes potentially injurious cosmetic procedures. "Trafford Council obtained evidence that the procedures offered by Mr Sawyer in unhygienic popup venues including Air BnBs and rented offices had resulted in serious infections and complications which had required emergency lifesaving surgery in some cases. 'The Council also has evidence that Mr Sawyer has breached prohibition notices which would have prevented him setting up pop up events. As a result, the injunction was obtained on May 28, 2025. We urge anyone seeking this type of treatment or others to look to the NHS for advice and report any concerns to their council.' This ruling is the latest development in a growing scandal around unregulated aesthetic procedures in the UK.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Butt-lift injector banned from carrying out procedures
A self-styled "beauty consultant" who specialises in liquid Brazilian butt-lifts (BBLs) has been banned from carrying out any form of cosmetic surgery across England and Wales following a BBC investigation. Ricky Sawyer was found to be performing risky BBL treatments - which involve injecting up to 1,000ml of dermal filler into clients' buttocks to make them look bigger. He was exposed while working in a rented office block in London, performing dangerous procedures and handing over medication illegally. The BBC's findings were submitted to Manchester Civil Justice Centre as part of a civil action brought forward by Trafford Council. On Wednesday a judge granted an injunction against Mr Sawyer, banning him from carrying out or arranging cosmetic surgeries in England and Wales until 27 May 2028. The court heard evidence that included video footage from the BBC's original documentary, and graphic pictures of one of Mr Sawyer's client's injuries. James Parry, the lawyer who brought the case on behalf of Trafford Council, told the judge that the injuries were akin to that of "serious knife crime". Mr Parry later told the BBC: "I think that the level of injury that people have suffered and have produced evidence of their suffering of is quite shocking." Judge McAdam, in granting the injunction, agreed that the images were "shocking" and concluded that the breadth of the order was necessary to prevent further public harm. The injunction prohibits Mr Sawyer from undertaking or facilitating any invasive cosmetic procedures, including but not limited to the BBL, anywhere in England and Wales. It also bars him from possessing related surgical equipment or any antibiotics typically used in such treatments, unless prescribed for his own use. The court attached a power of arrest to key clauses in the order, meaning police may arrest Mr Sawyer without a warrant if he is found to be in breach of its terms. Mr Sawyer has been given 21 days to challenge the injunction. The BBC has heard testimony from nearly 40 women who reported serious complications, including sepsis and necrosis, after undergoing procedures by Mr Sawyer. Ashley, 27, attended one of Mr Sawyer's pop-up clinics last spring, and said she was drawn to Mr Sawyer by his low prices and celebrity endorsements. She travelled from her home in Liverpool to London and was directed to an office block. Despite misgivings about the location, she decided to go through with it. She said that after the injections started the pain was instant. "I nearly fainted" she said. At one point Ashley turned around and saw Mr Sawyer covered in blood. "He butchered me, there is no other word for it." Ashley said she left the clinic barely able to walk and covered in blood. Three days later, she was rushed to hospital with an infection and told she could have died without treatment. While Ashely has made a full recovery her voice still shakes when she recounts the experience at Mr Sawyer's hands. Reacting to Wednesday's court proceedings, Ashley said: "I am relieved, it makes me feel that we're being taken seriously." Several councils have banned Mr Sawyer from practising in their areas. And since the BBC documentary aired three further councils - Trafford, Salford and Manchester - have also banned him. Trafford Council said it would continue to monitor compliance with the injunction and encouraged anyone with information about unlawful cosmetic procedures to come forward.
BBC News
5 days ago
- Health
- BBC News
Brazilian butt-lift injector banned from carrying out cosmetic procedures
A self-styled "beauty consultant" who specialises in liquid Brazilian butt-lifts (BBLs) has been banned from carrying out any form of cosmetic surgery across England and Wales following a BBC Sawyer was found to be performing risky BBL treatments - which involve injecting up to 1,000ml of dermal filler into clients' buttocks to make them look bigger. He was exposed while working in a rented office block in London, performing dangerous procedures and handing over medication BBC's findings were submitted to Manchester Civil Justice Centre as part of a civil action brought forward by Trafford Council. On Wednesday a judge granted an injunction against Mr Sawyer, banning him from carrying out or arranging cosmetic surgeries in England and Wales until 27 May 2028. 'Shocking suffering' The court heard evidence that included video footage from the BBC's original documentary, and graphic pictures of one of Mr Sawyer's client's Parry, the lawyer who brought the case on behalf of Trafford Council, told the judge that the injuries were akin to that of "serious knife crime".Mr Parry later told the BBC: "I think that the level of injury that people have suffered and have produced evidence of their suffering of is quite shocking."Judge McAdam, in granting the injunction, agreed that the images were "shocking" and concluded that the breadth of the order was necessary to prevent further public harm. The injunction prohibits Mr Sawyer from undertaking or facilitating any invasive cosmetic procedures, including but not limited to the BBL, anywhere in England and Wales. It also bars him from possessing related surgical equipment or any antibiotics typically used in such treatments, unless prescribed for his own court attached a power of arrest to key clauses in the order, meaning police may arrest Mr Sawyer without a warrant if he is found to be in breach of its Sawyer has been given 21 days to challenge the injunction. The BBC has heard testimony from nearly 40 women who reported serious complications, including sepsis and necrosis, after undergoing procedures by Mr 27, attended one of Mr Sawyer's pop-up clinics last spring, and said she was drawn to Mr Sawyer by his low prices and celebrity travelled from her home in Liverpool to London and was directed to an office block. Despite misgivings about the location, she decided to go through with said that after the injections started the pain was instant. "I nearly fainted" she one point Ashley turned around and saw Mr Sawyer covered in blood. "He butchered me, there is no other word for it."Ashley said she left the clinic barely able to walk and covered in blood. Three days later, she was rushed to hospital with an infection and told she could have died without Ashely has made a full recovery her voice still shakes when she recounts the experience at Mr Sawyer's to Wednesday's court proceedings, Ashley said: "I am relieved, it makes me feel that we're being taken seriously." Several councils have banned Mr Sawyer from practising in their since the BBC documentary aired three further councils - Trafford, Salford and Manchester - have also banned Council said it would continue to monitor compliance with the injunction and encouraged anyone with information about unlawful cosmetic procedures to come forward.
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First Post
6 days ago
- Sport
- First Post
More embarrassment for Manchester United with Old Trafford given two-star food hygiene rating
The Old Trafford, Manchester United's home ground for more than a century, has been facing criticism for falling into a state of disrepair in recent years. And during a recent health inspection conducted by the Trafford Council, mouse droppings were discovered at multiple hospitality areas of the venue. read more The Old Trafford Stadium has not had too many upgrades in the last two decades and has fallen into a state of disrepair as a result. Reuters It's not just the on-field performances of the senior men's team that has been a major cause for concern for Manchester United, one of the world's most popular football clubs. The 20-time English top-flight champions have also been dealing with a plethora of issues pertaining to the Old Trafford, their iconic home ground that has fallen into a state of disrepair in recent years. The club, after all, has been receiving complaints regarding leaks in the Old Trafford stadium roof, especially during heavy rain, as well as lack of upgrades at the venue in nearly two decades, resulting in limited and outdated facilities despite it being the largest club football stadium in the United Kingdom. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The Glazer family, the majority owners of the club who also own the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the National Football League (NFL), are primarily blamed for turning a blind eye towards the club's home ground and letting it rot while devoting their attention to their NFL team back home. More from Football Iconic Old Trafford get a two-star food hygiene rating It's not just infrastructural issues that the Old Trafford has been facing in recent years, during which Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur have upgraded their home grounds into world-class stadiums that has left United's base appearing second-rate in comparison. The hospitality isn't great either, with limited beverage options available at the venue and guests allegedly having been served raw chicken last season. And according to The Athletic, the Old Trafford has been given a two-star rating on food hygiene after mouse droppings were found at multiple spots in the hospitality areas. The report added that an inspection from the Trafford Council on 16 April did recognise the 'significant work' that had been undertaken by the stadium management to deal with the mouse problem. However, faeces being discovered at seven different areas of the stadium, including at the Ambassador Lounge is what led to the low rating. The health inspectors, however, did not find rodent droppings in the kitchens or food preparation areas. Additional complaints included the lack of hot water and soap in numerous parts of the stadium as well as the general cleanliness in hospitality areas turning out to be below par. While United, who finished 15th at the end of the 2024-25 season and runners-up in the Europa League, will be aiming to get minimise rodent presence at their venues ahead of the next season, they will be looking for temporary fixes to the infrastructural issues at the Old Trafford. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Shortly after , which acquired a 25 per cent stake in the club in February last year to assume sporting control of the club, Manchester United announced their decision to – their home ground for more than a century – into a modern, world-class venue with a capacity of 100,000, which will make it one of the largest football stadiums in the world.
New York Times
6 days ago
- Business
- New York Times
Manchester United given two-star food hygiene rating at Old Trafford after mouse droppings found
Manchester United's Old Trafford stadium has been given a two-star food hygiene rating after mouse droppings were found in multiple hospitality areas. The inspection report from the Trafford Council, which was completed on April 16, gave recognition that 'significant work has taken place to control the mice activity on site' but found that seven different areas of the stadium — including the Ambassador Lounge, the Number 7 Suite and the Devil's Bar — contained rodent droppings. Advertisement A number of other issues were highlighted in the report from the environmental health experts, including open containers of condiments that exceeded the recommended label dates of the manufacturer's instructions. One example highlighted how a pesto container had a 'one-month' label on it despite manufacturer instructions to use within eight days. Other areas of the stadium had no hot water or soap available, while the general cleanliness of several areas of hospitality in the stadium was criticised in the report. The council's report said United 'need to persevere with the measures being implemented to eradicate activity within food areas'. A Manchester United spokesperson said: 'Manchester United implements a robust pest-control system throughout Old Trafford. 'Multiple weekly checks are made in all catering areas and stringent measures are taken to ensure levels of hygiene and cleanliness are high wherever food is stored, prepared and served. 'If incidences of this nature do occur at the stadium, immediate and appropriate action is taken.' In December 2023, United were given a one-star rating after guests at a corporate event were served raw chicken. Before the incident and an inspection in November of that year Old Trafford had a maximum five out of five rating. The FSA is an independent government department that works to protect public health, with its ratings assessing the handling of food, how food is stored and prepared and the cleanliness of facilities. Any businesses given low ratings by the local authority food safety officer must make urgent or major improvements to hygiene standards. If it is judged that there is an imminent risk to public health, when food may be unsafe to eat, part of a business could be stopped or closed down until it is safe to recommence. United draw substantial revenue from hosting events and providing hospitality, particularly around matchdays. Restoring a rating can take a lengthy period of time and could also impact the hospitality rates the club can charge. ()
