Stoke-on-Trent Central MP Jo Gideon has expressed her growing frustration over the delay in implementing higher safety standards for the use of button batteries, despite the tragic death of toddler Harper-Lee Fanthorpe in 2021. Harper-Lee lost her life after swallowing batteries from a remote control handset, shedding light on the urgent need for enhanced safety measures.
Jo Gideon has been actively working alongside Harper-Lee’s family, who are also advocating for stricter guidelines surrounding button battery usage. The MP emphasizes that straightforward changes, such as ensuring batteries are securely screwed into devices, could have a significant impact on safety.
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