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Carbon monoxide warning
Half of the people living in Wales are at risk of carbon monoxide poisoning, according to research published today by the Carbon Monoxide - Be Alarmed! campaign.
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Warning over the risks of carbon monoxide
People in Wales are putting themselves at risk by not having carbon monoxide alarms in their homes. That's the claim from a campaign group.
It says many of us still assume a smoke alarm will protect against the gas. It comes as Northern Ireland introduces legislation to make alarms compulsory.
Esyllt Carr reports.
Welsh government 'could take lead' on carbon monoxide detectors
There are calls for the Welsh Government to "take lead" when it comes to ensuring homes are fitted with carbon monoxide detectors. Baroness Ilora Finlay says it's a "very simple" piece of legislation which could make a big difference.
The Welsh Government says at present there are no plans to make carbon monoxide alarms compulsory in new homes.
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Huge number 'at risk' of carbon monoxide poisoning
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Huge number 'at risk' of carbon monoxide poisoning
Research published on Wednesday shows that many people in Wales mistakenly think their smoke alarm will detect carbon monoxide.