Prime Minister Andy Burnham has indicated that the government is contemplating a ban on disposable barbecues due to heightened wildfire risks associated with ongoing drought conditions. Some retailers have already ceased sales of these grills following warnings from fire officials about their role in recent fires.
As nearly three-quarters of England and all of Wales face drought declarations, the Met Office has issued an amber extreme heat warning. Burnham emphasized the need for public caution regarding outdoor activities that could exacerbate fire risks.