People could face a hefty fine or even a criminal conviction if they don't follow the new rules
Thousands of people could face a large fine and potentially a criminal record for lighting their log burners.
Last year the government also 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.READ MORE: Don't miss the latest Halloween events by joining our dedicated WhatsApp community John Cutts, expert at MeandMyGlass.co.uk said: “With the cold weather fast approaching, it’s likely many of us will want to get warm and cosy by lighting up log burners at home.
“The regulations state that owners are to face penalties for using wood-burning stoves which don’t meet the UK’s standard for emissions. 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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