Closed petition Ban the sale of disposable BBQs during periods of high wildfire risk

We want to ban businesses from continuing to sell disposable BBQ equipment to the public while the business is located in an area with a high wildfire risk. At present, businesses sell these to consumers despite the real risk they can pose of starting wildfires when used irresponsibly.

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Disposable BBQs, when used irresponsibly, can cause wildfires during periods of low rainfall. Even though fire services across the country issue wildfire risk warnings of High or even Extreme, these BBQs continue to be sold, and they can spark avoidable wildfires. If a business is located in an area designated as high wildfire risk, they should be prevented from selling them until the risk has passed.

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  1. Government responds to petition on the Sale of Disposable Barbecues

    The Government has responded to a public (paper) petition calling for the Government to introduce legislation to ban the sale of disposable barbecues. The petition was presented to the House of Commons by Vikki Slade MP on behalf of residents of the constituency of Mid Dorset and North Poole.

    The petition asks the House of Commons to urge the Government to introduce legislation to ban the sale of disposable barbecues.

    In response to the petition's request, the Government states that they prioritize public safety and, while not planning a blanket ban on disposable barbecues, is taking several measures to reduce fire risks. Through the “Fire Kills” campaign and resources on the Fire England website (https://fireengland.uk/fire-safety/fire-safety-outdoors), officials provide guidance on safe use of barbecues and open fires, supported by local fire and rescue services. Fire services also prepare for wildfires using community risk plans, and in 2024, funding was allocated for a national resilience wildfire adviser to strengthen coordination and capabilities. Disposable barbecues must comply with product safety regulations, including proper labelling and instructions, and retailers may voluntarily restrict sales under British Retail Consortium guidelines (https://brc.org.uk/media/682052/voluntary-guidelines-for-disposable-bbqs-dbbqs-_final.pdf). Local authorities and national parks have powers to impose fire bans on public land. Data shows barbecue-related fires are relatively rare—229 out of 45,673 accidental primary fires in 2024—though improved tracking is underway via a new fire and rescue data platform.

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