Consumer Minister Gareth Thomas said the number of toys that had been recalled this year would be on parents' minds as they begin their Christmas shopping.

Mr Thomas met with retailers, manufacturers and enforcement officials in an effort to put toy recalls earlier this year into perspective and boost consumer confidence.

He said:

"The number of unsafe toys recalled this year will be a big worry for parents as they start their Christmas shopping - so it's good news that toy makers are pledging to raise their game to ensure they comply with our tough safety laws."