Cavan County Council and Monaghan County Council's Environmental Services Inspectors recently teamed up to speak with Northern Sound FM about the Solid Fuel Regulations and the role of the local authorities in implementing these regulations.
The Inspectors also wanted to give the public advice and guidance on the compliant and safest products to use when they must use solid fuels to heat their homes.
The two local authorities have been working with retailers to ensure that they comply with the Regulations and that fuel only registered with The Environmental Protection Agency is available for sale.
The regulations do not have any impact on turf cutting rights or the burning of turf. However, the regulations prohibit the sale of turf via the internet and from retail premises and public places.
It's important to note if you previously sourced turf via any of these channels, these channels are now illegal. If you previously sourced turf from family, friends, or neighbours outside of these channels, this can continue.
