A tightening of emissions regulations has reduced the amount of smoke new stoves can emit per hour from 5g to 3g.
Households across England are being warned they could face fines of up to £300 and even criminal records if they flout new log burner rules.
Last year the government moved to ban the sale of house coal and wet wood in England in a bid to reduce emissions and encourage the use of greener alternatives. An estimated 1.5 million Brits own a log burner.Under the 25-year plan, the government said it was tightening the rules rather than implementing a complete ban on burning fuels as some households use them to provide heating and for cooking. The experts at MeandMyGlass.co.
“But many log burner owners are unaware of the recent implications of clean air regulations. If they’re not followed correctly, thousands of Brits could face large fines and even a criminal conviction. “Not only do people have to be aware of the type of log burner they’re using, but also the material being burned on it. Using the wrong log burner and materials will result in a hefty penalty.
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