5 hours ago Kevin Peachey Cost of living correspondent Getty Images Online shoppers chasing a bargain are at risk of buying fakes, with disturbing cases including perfume contaminated with horse urine. The illegal trade in counterfeits is funding organised crime. Meanwhile, some products have been endorsed by influencers to attract younger buyers. Consumer groups say that, as well as fakes, some dangerous items – ranging from balloons to chargers – are being sold through online marketplaces or social media. The government is planning new legislation aimed at ensuring online shops have the same responsibilities as High Street shops. Major online platforms say they are "working hard to protect customers" by removing unsafe and counterfeit goods from sale. Bills are rising and consumers are facing further cost-of-living pressures owing to the domino effect of the Iran war. The financial squeeze is naturally leading people to search online for cheap deals.…