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Ketsuda Phoutinane

Parents warned over dangerous 'button' batteries after Scots toddler's tragic death

Parents have been warned over battery safety following the tragic death of a toddler last year.

Hugh McMahon, from Motherwell, tragically died after swallowing a button-type battery on Christmas Eve 2021.

North Lanarkshire Council has issued safety advice for children after the 17-month-old boy fought for his life in hospital before sadly passing away on Boxing Day.

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