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Brits risk £300 fine for neglecting chimney checks as winter nears

From this month onwards, Brits could face a £300 fine if they neglect a simple chimney check as temperatures drop. Many homes in England, particularly those built before the 1990s, have chimneys. Often, these chimneys haven’t been used for years, or ever, and many are blocked or abandoned. However, millions still depend on their fireplaces for warmth during winter, using…