Labour considers new restrictions on wood burners in UK urban areas

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The Labour government is considering further restrictions on domestic wood burning in UK urban areas with poor air quality. This follows a question from Labour MP Bell Ribeiro-Addy to the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, who confirmed options are being evaluated to reduce emissions. Wood burning is a significant source of harmful particulate matter, and experts emphasize the need to phase out their use due to health impacts.


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