Tag: warnings
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Government caves in as wood burning stoves allowed in Future Homes Standard, despite health warnings
The UK government has confirmed that modern wood-burning stoves will be permitted as secondary heating sources in new and self build homes under the forthcoming Future Homes Standard. The Ministry of Housing confirmed in a letter: “Under the standards proposed in the consultation, a wood burning stove would be permitted as a secondary heating source…
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Construction firm fined after ignoring deep excavation safety warnings
Greenlife Property Developments Ltd, of Gurnos Estate, Brynmawr, Ebbw Vale, Gwent, Wales, was found guilty of breaching Section 33(1)(c) and two breaches of Section 33(1)(g) of the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974. It was fined £40,000 and ordered to pay £5,812.57 in costs at Merthyr Tydfil Magistrates’ Court on 20 January 2025.…
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Over 600,000 households to be forced onto smart meters amid energy warnings
A smart meter warning has been issued to over 600,000 households and businesses still relying on outdated Radio Teleswitch Service (RTS) meters. With the system set to shut down permanently on 30 June 2025, those who fail to upgrade risk losing heating, hot water and access to cheaper off-peak rates. Ofgem, alongside energy suppliers British…