British retailer Next has recalled a pair of shoes that may be unsafe to wear.
Mint Velvet Silver Leather Slingback Heels (2412-0038) have been pulled from shelves over fears they pose a “risk of injuries”.
Mint Velvet Silver Leather Slingback Heels sold by Next
Type: Clothing, textiles and fashion items – Heeled Shoes
Item Number: AY3741
Country of Origin: Spain
Product Description: Silver slingback heels
‘The product presents a risk of injuries as the heels on the shoes may snap’
Next
The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) stated: “The product presents a risk of injuries as the heels on the shoes may snap and cause the user to trip or fall, receiving injuries.
“The product does not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005.
“The product has been recalled from end users by Next. Affected customers have been contacted directly.”
The shoes, described as “Silver leather heels with a pointed toe, stiletto heel and an ankle strap” on Next’s official website, are retailed at £119.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2412-0038
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Product recalls should always be taken seriously to ensure customer safety. In recent days, Britons have been made aware of several products that pose a risk.
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