UK nanny state: show ID to buy microwavable pudding because you might burn yourself when it gets hot

Robert Nemeti was stunned when he was quizzed about his age as he tried to purchase a Cadbury Hot Chocolate Pudding at a self-service checkout.

The machine, in Southampton, Hampshire, told him his purchase had to be 'approved' - and a member of staff was only too eager to demand his identification proving he was over 18.

Mr Nemeti managed to cook and eat the dessert that evening for his dinner without injuring himself.