Poundland recalls heated pouches

Poundland is recalling its Heated Hugs pouches after incorrect heating instructions led to safety concerns.

The £5 pouches have been on sale since the end of November but include incorrect instructions for heating them in the microwave, the retailer said.

A spokes woman said: “there is a risk that the pouch could overheat whilst in the microwave and, as we take the safety of our customers seriously, we have taken the decision to immediately remove the product from our shelves.”