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Dangerous christmas decorations

Fair Trading warns of dodgy Christmas decorations

Minister Kean warns against dangerous Christmas decorations

If you're decorating your house and a Christmas tree this year, beware of dodgy products on the market.

Fair Trading has been inspecting stores for dangerous decorations, and they've discovered some that could electrocute you or set your house alight.

Their inspectors are on the warpath, calling on hundreds of retailers, checking Christmas lights, decorations, electrical wiring and plugs.

And they've uncovered some imported hazards.

Made from highly flammable artificial plants, this Christmas candleholder could burn your house down.