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28 Dec 00

CHRISTMAS QUIZ FOR POOLE SHOPPERS

Shoppers in Poole were put to the test by the Borough's Consumer Protection Officers in a special safety quiz in the run up to Christmas.

As well as receiving information and advice on toy safety, consumer rights, food safety, recycling and noise nuisance, over 40 shoppers entered consumer quiz. The 6 wise winners won special Christmas competition surprises donated by Beales.

Winners: Prize:
Mrs Baker of Poole Maisy's Giant Snakes and Ladders
Tracy Linton of Upton Georgina Porcelain Doll
Monique Munroe of Poole Soft Cherished Teddy Bear
Mr P Lowery of Broadstone Level Model Bottle Opener
Christine Smale of Parkstone Chicken Run Game
Mr D Start of West Moors Roasting Dish and Bun Sheet

1. What fuse should you put in the plug powering your Christmas Tree lights?
i. 3 amp ii. 5 amp iii. 13 amp

2. What is the British Standard for toys?
i. BS7700 ii. BS5665 iii. BS 3214

3. Whose motto is "A dog is for life - not just Christmas"?
i. RSPB ii. RoSPA iii. NCDL
(answers at end)

Peter Pawlowski, Head of Borough of Poole's Consumer Protection Services, said: "A display of this kind helps to remind people how to protect themselves against food poisoning, or from a child hurting themselves on a toy intended for an older brother or sister. We can all help reduce waste by recycling our bottles and cans and disposing of our Christmas Trees at one of the Centres provided after the holiday."

Christmas Trees can be recycled from 4th to 21st January 2001 at the Nuffield Household Waste Tip in Nuffield Road (0800-1745), at Upton House (0900 to dusk), and in the Dolphin Swimming Poole Car Park (0900 to dusk).

Further details are available from Consumer Protection Services Tel: 01202 261700.

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Editor's Notes:
(Answers: 1. 3 amp 2. BS5665 3. NCDL (National Canine Defence League)

Vicky Gunther, Consumer Protection Services, tel: (01202) 261738