Which? finds 150 potentially lethal baby products sold online
Consumer group Which? has identified 150 potentially dangerous baby products being sold on major online marketplaces like Amazon and eBay. The group is calling for government intervention to hold these platforms legally responsible for the safety of third-party goods sold on their sites.
Why it matters
This highlights a significant regulatory gap in e-commerce safety, where platforms currently avoid liability for hazardous products sold by third-party vendors.
Which? wants the government to make online marketplaces legally responsible for third-party products. Photograph: Westend61/Getty Which? wants the government to make online marketplaces legally responsible for third-party products. Photograph: Westend61/Getty Children Which? finds 150 potentially lethal baby products sold online UK consumer group says lives are at risk because platforms fail to prevent dangerous items reaching customers
The article advocates for increased government regulation and corporate accountability, which is a common stance in consumer protection reporting.
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