Asbestos on Our Shelves: A Safety Regime in Crisis The latest revelation that five children's toys sold in Britain contain asbestos highlights the UK's woefully inadequate product safety regime.
A Guardian investigation found the toxic substance in toys still available for purchase despite previous recalls, raising serious questions about the government's ability to protect citizens from harm.
In the post Brexit era, the UK has abandoned its reliance on EU wide regulations and opted for a more laissez faire approach to product safety.