Last minute shoppers urged to check for safety mark on toys

Last-minute Christmas shoppers have been warned to avoid fake and potentially dangerous toys as rogue traders exploit demand for sold-out ‘must-have’ gifts.

The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission is urging shoppers to look for the CE safety mark on toys or their packaging.

As Christmas approaches, there is usually a significant increase in the sale of unsafe or hazardous products, mainly toys and gadgets.