Asda is the latest supermarket giant to join the nationwide ban which has been enforced at M&S, Aldi, Tesco, Sainsburys and Morrisons stores. The decision comes as the country bakes in a heatwave with temperatures soaring throughout the UK.
A temporary measure is being introduced at Asda stores preventing the sale of disposable barbecues as concerns grow over the fire risks associated with them during the hot weather. With tinderbox conditions and droughts being declared in several areas across the country, fire brigades have warned of the danger posed by the disposable barbecues.
A spokesperson for Asda said: “I can confirm that we are in the process of briefing our stores to temporarily pause the sale of disposable BBQs whilst the weather is so dry.” Similarly B&Q has removed them from sale.
