New rules affecting log burners in England could land households with hefty fines of up to £300 if not obeyed. Those who don't adhere to the rule changes could even end up with a criminal record.

Households in England face fines of up to £300 and even criminal records if they flout new log burner rules. A tightening of emissions regulations has reduced the amount of smoke new stoves can ...

However, there are regulations that came into force in 2022 that must be adhered to, so here's a quick recap. Under new UK rules, all newly manufactured wood-burning stoves, multi-fuel stoves and ...