Research from the charity Electrical Safety First (ESF) found that millions more UK consumers than usual will turn to online marketplaces for gifts this Christmas due to Covid-19 fears.
The survey suggests 58 per cent of Brits will be shopping on online marketplaces for Christmas this year, with over half (53 per cent) of them saying they’ll be using these sites more than in previous years.
The majority (59 per cent) of respondents said they would choose online marketplaces to avoid possible Covid-19 exposure, but ESF is concerned consumers are simply replacing one risk with another, as multiple investigations from the charity have unearthed dangerous electrical products for sale via third parties on these sites.
It repeatedly found unsafe electrical devices for sale on sites including Amazon Marketplace, eBay and Wish.com.
The charity is urging consumers to reduce their chances of buying dangerous electrical goods by sticking to the stores or websites...