7 common hot weather habits that could leave Brits facing huge fines | UK | News

While Brits are still having fun in the sun at the moment, there are some hidden punishments that most won’t realize. From littering laws to shoe fines, not being aware of these rules can cost Brits a lot of money; Those who break the rules could face fines of up to £5,000.

To spread awareness of these penalties, The Sun has compiled a list of seven common hot weather habits that Brits may not be aware are illegal. Penalties can vary significantly depending on the severity of the violation. But if Brits keep these rules in mind there will be no problem staying on the right side of the law this summer.

While it’s undoubtedly a fun summer activity, Brits can actually get into big trouble for barbecuing in the wrong place.

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The Countryside Code states: “Only use barbecues if signs say they are permitted. Always extinguish the barbecue, ensure the ashes are cold and dispose of them responsibly”.

The severity of these penalties depends on the location, so it’s important to pay attention to the signs around you.

Driving in the wrong shoes could cost Brits up to £5,000. Although not directly illegal, being involved in a car accident and being found at the scene wearing flip-flops could be considered a breach of the Highway Code.

Reckless driving carries a £100 fine as well as an additional three points on your licence, while more serious cases taken to court can cost up to £5,000 and nine penalty points.

This may seem normal when there are no toilets nearby, at the beach or park. However, you can be fined hundreds of lira for urinating in public.

The amount depends on your local council, but as an example Basingstoke and Deane pay fines of up to £500. Police officers also have the right to issue a Disorder Penalty Notice, which carries fines starting from £60.

Drivers can be fined up to £5,000 for leaving sunglasses behind, especially if they are involved in an accident. Although it is not a legal requirement to wear sunglasses, the Highway Code advises drivers to slow down or pull over if they are “dazzled by bright sunlight”.

Driving with an unsecured pet is highly illegal, with a hefty fine of up to £5,000 for careless driving and a possible ban with mandatory re-testing.

Pet owners should make sure their pets are restrained with a seat belt, pet carrier, or guard.

It is very important that you are not distracted by your pet as this alone can cost motorists up to £1,000 for driving without proper control.

This seemingly harmless action can result in fines of up to £1,000, with similar rules applying for sand and shells.

Although many municipalities choose not to enforce this law, it is still better to impose fines to be safe than sorry.

Throwing garbage outdoors is a common bad habit in public spaces such as parks and beaches.

However, Brits need to be careful because this offense can result in a fine of up to £150 from the municipality and £60 from the police officer.